GDP Surprise Pushes Stocks Higher | Bloomberg Businessweek Daily 12/23/2025

Market Trends & Economic Indicators - The S&P 500 is pushing higher, potentially reaching a record of 6901 [5] - The market has largely moved on from the Fed's 2% inflation target [8] - AI continues to be a major market driver [9][10] - Consumer spending remains strong, influencing economic growth [8][10][37] Sector Performance - Semiconductor and Amazon are performing well [3] - The Bloomberg Magnificent Seven Index is up 0.7% due to tech rallies [6] - Novo Nordisk shares surged 7.1% after approval to sell a pill version of its obesity shot Wegovy in the U S [6][7] - Gold is surging 1%, while Bitcoin is down 0.3% [6] Real Estate Market - The housing market is transitioning to a new era in 2026, with more sales but flat prices [20][21] - AI boom in San Francisco is causing rents to increase and home prices may have turned a corner [27][28] - Boomers are staying in their larger homes longer, impacting housing supply [24][25] Retail Sector - Ashley Global Retail is experiencing double-digit growth in sales [40] - Saks is struggling and may be heading towards bankruptcy after a merger [48][49] - Service Now is reaching a deal to buy the cybersecurity startup in a deal valued at $7.7 billion [59] Digital Assets - Bitcoin is down 6% year-to-date [19] - Digital asset treasury companies are buying back shares to maintain stock levels [64] - Silver is outperforming, having one of its best years since 1979 [68]