Nasdaq Declines 1% Amid Wall Street Challenges and Rising Oil Prices

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: SeekingAlpha

Updated: Dec 17 2025

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Source: SeekingAlpha

Market Overview: Wall Street experienced mixed results with the Dow Jones up by 0.2%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell by 0.7% and 1.1%, respectively, as investor focus shifted to the energy sector amid rising oil prices.
Energy Sector Focus: Oil prices increased by 1.5% following President Trump's order to blockade sanctioned oil tankers in and out of Venezuela, impacting Treasury yields and market sentiment.
Investment Outlook for 2026: Analysts suggest a selective investment approach for 2026 due to high market valuations and potential economic challenges, despite anticipated benefits from foreign investment and tax policy changes.
Stock Movements: Notable stock movements included a 3.8% increase in Moderna shares and a 5.9% decline in Oracle shares, reflecting the volatility in the tech sector.

About the author

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.