Hold on to hope for a Santa Claus rally despite a challenging start for stocks in December.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 21 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Market Performance: The stock market's momentum has stalled in December, with the S&P 500 showing a monthly loss as the year comes to a close.
Santa Claus Rally: Analysts suggest that a "Santa Claus rally," a historical trend of rising stocks during the last five trading days of December and the first two of January, may still occur despite current market conditions.
Timing of the Rally: This year's Santa Claus rally is set to begin on December 24, Christmas Eve.
Analyst Outlook: There remains hope among analysts that the anticipated rally could still materialize, providing a boost to the market.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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