Nasdaq Drops for Fourth Straight Session

Core Insights - The S&P 500 ended 2025 with a 16% gain, indicating a strong overall market performance for the year [1] - The Nasdaq Composite is experiencing its longest losing streak since April, with a decline of 0.2% on Wednesday, marking four consecutive days of losses [2] Market Performance - The Nasdaq Composite has been trading sideways after reaching a record high on October 29, suggesting a period of consolidation following significant gains [2] - High-flying artificial intelligence stocks are under increased scrutiny regarding their spending and soaring valuations, contributing to the recent declines in the Nasdaq [2]