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Khadija Saeed

A dedicated markets reporter, she covers stocks, macroeconomics, and major business developments with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy.

US Stock Market Today Dec. 18, 2025: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise After Cooler CPI as Micron Sparks Tech Bounce

US Stock Market Today Dec. 18, 2025: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise After Cooler CPI as Micron Sparks Tech Bounce

U.S. stocks rose sharply Thursday morning after November CPI data showed annual inflation at 2.7%, below the expected 3.1%. The S&P 500 ETF gained 0.8%, Nasdaq 100 ETF 1.2%, and the 10-year Treasury yield slipped to 4.13%. The U.S. dollar index fell to 98.25. Data collection issues from the recent government shutdown left some economists cautious about the report’s reliability.
18 December 2025
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Dow Jones Today (Dec. 18, 2025): DJIA Rises to 48,112 at 9:47 a.m. ET After Softer CPI and Micron-Fueled Tech Bounce

Dow Jones Today (Dec. 18, 2025): DJIA Rises to 48,112 at 9:47 a.m. ET After Softer CPI and Micron-Fueled Tech Bounce

At 9:47 a.m. ET Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average traded at 48,112.66, up 226.69 points after a lower-than-expected November CPI report. Headline inflation rose 2.7% year-over-year, missing forecasts, but no monthly data was published due to a government shutdown. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, Nasdaq rose 1.2%, and traders increased bets on a January Fed rate cut.
18 December 2025
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Honeywell (HON) Stock After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: What Happened After the Bell and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Honeywell (HON) Stock After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: What Happened After the Bell and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Honeywell shares closed up 0.82% at $199.89 Wednesday, outperforming a falling market. The stock edged higher to $200.40 in after-hours trading on volume of about 966,000 shares. Broader indexes fell, with the S&P 500 down 1.16% and Nasdaq off 1.81%. No major company news drove the move; traders focused on Thursday’s U.S. CPI release.
18 December 2025
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CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock After the Bell on Dec. 17, 2025: After-Hours Update, Today’s Key News, and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock After the Bell on Dec. 17, 2025: After-Hours Update, Today’s Key News, and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

CrowdStrike shares fell 3.79% to $470.02 on Wednesday, closing about 17% below last month’s high. Trading volume was 2.3 million, slightly under the 50-day average. After-hours trading showed little change, with prices hovering near the close. Cybersecurity peers Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks also declined, as tech stocks faced broad selling pressure.
18 December 2025
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2026 Midterm Elections: GOP Splits on ACA Subsidies, New Retirements, and Fresh Polling Redraw the House Battlefield

2026 Midterm Elections: GOP Splits on ACA Subsidies, New Retirements, and Fresh Polling Redraw the House Battlefield

Four House Republicans from swing districts joined Democrats on Dec. 17 to force a vote on extending Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, marking a rare procedural loss for Speaker Mike Johnson. New polling showed voters dissatisfied with both parties but leaning slightly toward Democrats for the 2026 House. Another GOP incumbent announced retirement, increasing open seats ahead of the midterms.
18 December 2025
Home Depot Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): HD Closes Higher on a Rough Market Day as CPI Looms Thursday Morning

Home Depot Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): HD Closes Higher on a Rough Market Day as CPI Looms Thursday Morning

Home Depot shares closed up 1.15% at $356.75 Wednesday, outperforming the S&P 500 and Dow despite lighter-than-average volume. The stock held steady after hours as investors awaited Thursday’s CPI data. Truist Securities raised its price target on Home Depot to $390, citing stable demand and potential for a housing-led recovery. Home Depot remains about 16% below its 52-week high.
18 December 2025
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Circle Internet Group (CRCL) Stock After the Close on Dec. 17, 2025: After-Hours Action, Today’s Catalysts, and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Circle Internet Group (CRCL) Stock After the Close on Dec. 17, 2025: After-Hours Action, Today’s Catalysts, and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Circle Internet Group (CRCL) closed Wednesday at $79.20, down 4.58%, with about 10.8 million shares traded. After-hours, the stock slipped further to $79.04. The company announced a memorandum of understanding with LianLian Global to explore cross-border USDC payments in Asia. Broader equity markets fell amid tech sector concerns and increased demand for safe-haven assets.
18 December 2025
Nu Holdings (NU) Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): Key News, Fresh Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens Dec. 18

Nu Holdings (NU) Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): Key News, Fresh Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens Dec. 18

Nu Holdings closed down 2.10% at $15.86 Wednesday, then edged up to $15.91 in after-hours trading. Institutional filings showed Assenagon Asset Management nearly doubled its NU stake, while Salem Investment Counselors and Northside Capital trimmed holdings. Hamilton Lane Advisors disclosed a new position. Broader market weakness weighed on fintech stocks.
18 December 2025
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Chevron (CVX) Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): Key News Driving the Move and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Chevron (CVX) Stock After Hours (Dec. 17, 2025): Key News Driving the Move and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Chevron shares rose 1.89% to $149.52 Wednesday, outperforming the S&P 500 and Dow as oil prices rebounded on U.S. blockade threats targeting Venezuelan tankers. The stock edged slightly higher after hours. Chevron’s direct exposure to Venezuela drew investor focus as most Venezuelan exports remained stalled following a cyberattack, though Chevron shipments continued.
18 December 2025
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CRH plc Stock After the Bell (Dec. 17, 2025): After-Hours Dip, Buyback Update, S&P 500 Catalyst — What to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 18

CRH plc Stock After the Bell (Dec. 17, 2025): After-Hours Dip, Buyback Update, S&P 500 Catalyst — What to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 18

CRH plc closed at $123.05 on Wednesday, down 3.05%, and slipped further to about $122.00 in after-hours trading. The company disclosed it repurchased 31,000 shares on December 16 at an average price of $127.73 as part of its ongoing $300 million buyback plan. U.S. stocks broadly fell, with the S&P 500 down 1.2%.
18 December 2025
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American Airlines Stock (AAL) After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: Premium Push Headlines, Loyalty Rule Shift, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 18 Market Open

American Airlines Stock (AAL) After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: Premium Push Headlines, Loyalty Rule Shift, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 18 Market Open

American Airlines shares closed down 3% at $15.51 on Dec. 17, then held steady after hours. The drop followed a Reuters report detailing the airline’s shift to premium cabins and services, aiming to boost profits and compete with Delta and United. Trading volume reached about 55 million shares. The A321XLR debuts on the New York–Los Angeles route Thursday.
18 December 2025
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Spotify Stock After Hours (NYSE: SPOT) on Dec. 17, 2025: Shares Slip as a New $800 Target Hits the Tape — What to Know Before Thursday’s Open

Spotify Stock After Hours (NYSE: SPOT) on Dec. 17, 2025: Shares Slip as a New $800 Target Hits the Tape — What to Know Before Thursday’s Open

Spotify shares closed Wednesday at $566.23, down 2.22%, tracking a broad tech selloff in U.S. markets. After-hours trading saw the stock edge up to $566.87. Citizens JMP began coverage with a “Market Outperform” rating and an $800 price target. Investors await Thursday’s U.S. inflation data for direction.
18 December 2025
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Vistra Corp. (VST) Stock Drops at the Close, Then Rebounds After Hours on PJM Auction News — What to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 18, 2025

Vistra Corp. (VST) Stock Drops at the Close, Then Rebounds After Hours on PJM Auction News — What to Know Before the Market Opens Dec. 18, 2025

Vistra Corp. closed Wednesday at $159.97, down 7.77% after volatile trading, with shares hitting a low of $158.71 and volume near 6.58 million. The stock rebounded in after-hours trading to $163.21, up 2.03%, following news from the PJM Interconnection capacity auction. JPMorgan cut its price target on Vistra to $233 from $249 on Tuesday.
18 December 2025
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Boston Scientific (BSX) Stock After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: Analysts Stay Bullish as Shares Close Higher — What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Boston Scientific (BSX) Stock After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: Analysts Stay Bullish as Shares Close Higher — What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Boston Scientific shares closed up 1.65% at $94.48 on Wednesday, outperforming the broader market as the S&P 500 fell 1.16%. The stock traded as high as $95.99 intraday and saw volume above its 50-day average. After-hours, BSX edged up to $94.70. The stock remains about 13.7% below its 52-week high set in September.
18 December 2025
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Reddit Stock (RDDT) After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: Analyst Targets, CPI Risk, and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Reddit Stock (RDDT) After Hours on Dec. 17, 2025: Analyst Targets, CPI Risk, and What to Watch Before Thursday’s Open

Reddit shares closed at $227.34 on Wednesday and hovered near $227.20 in after-hours trading, showing little movement following the session. The stock traded between $226.83 and $235.42 on volume of about 5.65 million shares. An RBC Capital Markets price-target hike to $250 from $245 drove an afternoon rise. No major company news hit after the bell.
18 December 2025
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