Market Overview - The Santa Claus Rally, historically positive for the stock market, is expected to begin this week, with the S&P 500 having risen 77% of the time during this period [3][4] - Despite two consecutive down years, there has never been a third straight down Santa Rally, indicating potential for market recovery [4] Economic Indicators - The Q3 GDP report is anticipated, with Wells Fargo projecting an annualized growth of 3.6%, driven by a reduction in imports and a strong consumer rebound in the second half of the year, although construction remains a negative factor [4] Company News - Bill Ackman proposed a unique approach for SpaceX to go public through a merger with Pershing Square SPARC, which would offer special investment rights to Tesla shareholders, allowing them first access to a SpaceX IPO or the option to sell those rights [4] - Broadcom (AVGO) and Vistra Energy (VST) are set to go ex-dividend on Monday, with payouts scheduled for New Year's Eve [4] - Altria (MO) and Philip Morris (PM) will go ex-dividend on Friday, with Altria's payout date on January 9 and Philip Morris on January 14 [4] Investment Insights - Alexander Guiliano, CIO at Resonate Wealth Partners, notes that despite recent market volatility, the overall backdrop remains strong, and the recent valuation pullback presents opportunities for under-invested bulls [4] - JPMorgan has identified 11 standout tech stocks for 2026, including Arista (ANET), Guidewire (GWRE), Broadcom (AVGO), Salesforce (CRM), and LendingClub (LC) [4]

Group 1 - Palantir (PLTR) and Willdan Group (WLDN) have recently broken out of traditional bases, indicating new investment opportunities as they trade above buy points [5] - The Nasdaq composite has climbed back above the 50-day moving average, suggesting a recovering stock market [5] - Oracle's stock has jumped following reports that TikTok signed a deal to create a U.S. joint venture, highlighting potential growth in tech partnerships [7] Group 2 - The focus is on tech stocks as the market shows bullish signs, with Palantir and GE leading 12 stocks currently in buy zones [8] - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have rallied due to a favorable inflation report, benefiting AI leaders and other tech stocks [10] - Companies like AppLovin and Eli Lilly are also in focus as the market reacts to recent developments [10]

Group 1 - Major indexes experienced a mixed week, with Allient (ALNT) and Wabtec (WAB) reaching new highs, alongside health technology company Penumbra (PEN) trading in or near buy zones [5] - Allient stock has shown a significant turnaround in growth and demand, outperforming all Mag 7 stocks year to date [6] - Wabtec stock has reached a record high, driven by strong profit growth, indicating a bullish signal for the industrial tech sector [8] Group 2 - Oracle's stock jumped following reports that TikTok signed a deal to create a U.S. joint venture, highlighting the impact of strategic partnerships on stock performance [7] - Penumbra is noted for showing improved relative strength, indicating potential for further growth in the health technology sector [10] - Caterpillar is in a buy zone after a recent breakout move, suggesting positive momentum in the Dow Jones stocks [10]

分组1 - Boeing stock received a price target increase from JPMorgan analyst Seth Seifman, raising it from $240 to $245 per share, and the stock is now considered a top pick [5] - Boeing's air taxi subsidiary, Wisk Aero, successfully completed a test flight, while Joby plans to double its U.S. production [6] - Boeing's CFO updated cash goals and discussed the Spirit acquisition, which contributed to a rise in stock prices after a prolonged decline [10] 分组2 - Oracle's stock experienced a jump following reports that TikTok signed a deal to create a U.S. joint venture [7] - Citi has recommended buying GE Aerospace, projecting its market capitalization could reach $1 trillion [8] - Airbus stock surged despite a reduction in its delivery forecast, indicating market resilience [8]

分组1 - The stock market is projected to achieve a fourth consecutive year of double-digit gains in 2025, supported by rising corporate profits, tax stimulus, a dovish Federal Reserve, and investments in artificial intelligence [5] - The favorable forecast for 2026 is bolstered by historical trends and current market momentum, indicating a strong outlook for investors [5] 分组2 - Oracle's stock has seen a significant increase following reports that TikTok has signed a deal to create a U.S. joint venture, highlighting the potential for growth in tech partnerships [7] - Cytokinetics' CEO expresses optimism as the FDA deadline for Aficamten approaches, suggesting positive developments in the biotech sector [7]

Group 1 - The earnings calendar is expected to be sparse until the end of the year, with notable reports from AAR Corp. on January 6 and AZZ Inc. on January 7 [5] - AZZ has received a Relative Strength Rating upgrade, indicating improved technical performance [5] - AAR Corp. has also achieved a Relative Strength Rating upgrade, hitting a key threshold [9] Group 2 - Oracle's stock has seen a significant increase following reports that TikTok has signed a deal to create a U.S. joint venture [6] - The stock market is experiencing a rebound, with Nasdaq leading the way, while Snowflake's outlook has caused a decline in its stock price [7] - Acuity Brands is highlighted as a strong performer, nearing a buy point, alongside Taiwan Semiconductor and other stocks [9]

Market Overview - Major indexes closed higher on Thursday, influenced by a -40 basis-point decline in the Inflation Rate from the CPI report, marking the first decline since early this year [1] - Pre-market futures are fluctuating, with the Dow down 7 points, S&P 500 up 6 points, Nasdaq up 56 points, and Russell 2000 up 6 points [2] - The day is characterized as Quadruple Witching, which may lead to increased volatility due to the expiration of futures and options [2] Santa Claus Rally Potential - Despite recent gains, indexes are down over the past week, with concerns about AI infrastructure spending affecting tech stocks [3] - The "Santa Claus Rally" typically occurs in the last trading days of the year, often correcting earlier trading discrepancies and looking forward to new year opportunities [4] - Current market conditions suggest a favorable environment for a potential Santa Claus Rally [4] Earnings Reports - Nike (NKE) and FedEx (FDX) reported better-than-expected earnings but saw stock declines due to external challenges, including weakness in China and tariff impacts [5] - Winnebago (WGO) surprised with a +216% positive earnings surprise, reporting $0.38 per share and $702.7 million in revenues, leading to a 16% increase in shares [6] - Lamb Weston (LW) beat earnings estimates but faced a 15% drop in shares due to flat sales in North America and uncertainties from international acquisitions [8] - Conagra (CAG) reported earnings slightly above estimates but is down marginally after a significant year-to-date decline of 35% [8]

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