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NASDAQ:MSFT 29 December 2025 - 31 December 2025

U.S. equity markets showed mixed performance in recent sessions, with blue-chip stocks generally outperforming growth and tech shares. On June 22, the S&P 500 fell 0.48% and the Nasdaq dropped 1.41%, weighed down by declines in Alphabet, Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft, while the Dow gained 0.12%. Alphabet lost about 5.5%-6%, dragging the tech sector lower, but gains in Caterpillar and Visa helped the Dow. After-hours trading on June 22 saw little change in major index ETFs, with the Invesco QQQ Trust and SPDR S&P 500 ETF slipping slightly, while the Dow ETF edged up. Microsoft’s recent activity included a 20-year natural gas power deal with Chevron for a Texas data center, reflecting the growing importance of energy supply for AI infrastructure. Microsoft’s shares slipped despite Azure’s 40% growth. Caterpillar gained a direct role in Microsoft’s West Texas AI data-center project, benefiting from co-located power demand. SpaceX is set to join the Russell 1000 index with a strong growth allocation, and its stock has seen volatility, including a 5% drop after the Fed signaled a possible rate hike in 2026. Congressional filings revealed significant holdings in major tech companies by a lawmaker’s spouse. Microsoft shares have underperformed the broader market recently, and insider filings showed nearly $10 million in sales. Investors are closely watching upcoming catalysts such as Micron’s earnings, U.S. inflation data, and Federal Reserve decisions, which are expected to test the AI spending narrative and broader market sentiment.
Microsoft stock slips into year-end close as tech cools; what MSFT bulls watch next

Microsoft stock slips into year-end close as tech cools; what MSFT bulls watch next

Microsoft shares fell 0.8% to $483.54 in after-hours trading Wednesday, extending losses as Wall Street ended 2025 lower in thin year-end trade. The stock finished the year up about 16% on a total-return basis but remains 13% below its 52-week high. Microsoft’s next earnings date is unconfirmed, with Nasdaq estimating Feb. 4 based on past patterns.
31 December 2025
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Santa Claus Rally Fizzles: S&P 500, Dow Slip as Tech Weighs on 2025 Finale

Santa Claus Rally Fizzles: S&P 500, Dow Slip as Tech Weighs on 2025 Finale

Wall Street’s main indexes slipped in thin trading on December 31, with the Dow down 116 points by midday, as Microsoft and Apple led declines. Despite the late-year dip, major indexes remained on track for double-digit gains in 2025. Investors shifted focus to the Federal Reserve’s 2026 outlook after minutes revealed divisions over further rate cuts. AI and chip stocks drove much of the year’s rally, while some firms lagged sharply.
31 December 2025
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IREN stock slips in New York trade as bitcoin eases into year-end

IREN stock slips in New York trade as bitcoin eases into year-end

IREN shares fell about 1% to $37.92 Wednesday afternoon, tracking a 0.6% drop in bitcoin, which traded near $87,688. U.S.-listed bitcoin miners were mixed as year-end portfolio adjustments continued. Marathon Digital and CleanSpark declined, while Riot Platforms gained. IREN traded between $37.58 and $38.98, with 12.7 million shares changing hands by early afternoon.
31 December 2025
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Dow Jones slips in thin New Year’s Eve trade as Apple, Microsoft weigh; jobless claims surprise

Dow Jones slips in thin New Year’s Eve trade as Apple, Microsoft weigh; jobless claims surprise

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 116.75 points, or 0.24%, to 48,243.94 at midday on the last trading day of 2025, pressured by declines in Apple and Microsoft. Weekly jobless claims dropped to 199,000, below forecasts. Nike shares rose after CEO Elliott Hill bought $1 million in stock. U.S. bond markets were set to close early ahead of the New Year’s holiday.
31 December 2025
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Apple stock slips in year-end trading as tech drags; what investors watch next

Apple stock slips in year-end trading as tech drags; what investors watch next

Apple shares slipped 0.2% to $272.63 in late-morning trading on the final session of 2025, as investors trimmed exposure to large tech stocks. Microsoft and Broadcom also fell, while Nvidia gained. U.S. stocks drifted lower in thin holiday trading, with the Nasdaq-tracking QQQ down 0.3%. The Federal Reserve’s 2026 rate outlook and year-end positioning remained in focus.
31 December 2025
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Microsoft stock slips in late-morning trade as year-end tech selling weighs on megacaps

Microsoft stock slips in late-morning trade as year-end tech selling weighs on megacaps

Microsoft shares fell 0.5% to $484.89 in late morning trading Wednesday as investors trimmed tech holdings ahead of year-end. Holiday-thin volumes amplified moves in major tech stocks, with Broadcom down 0.7% and Nvidia up 0.7%. Wall Street’s focus remains on the Fed’s Jan. 27-28 meeting and Microsoft’s upcoming earnings, which have not yet been scheduled.
31 December 2025
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AI stocks today: Meta rises on Manus buy as Nvidia slips and Fed minutes keep rates in focus

AI stocks today: Meta rises on Manus buy as Nvidia slips and Fed minutes keep rates in focus

Meta rose 1.1% after announcing a $2–$3 billion deal to acquire AI startup Manus, with plans to integrate its technology into Meta AI products. The S&P 500 fell 0.14%, Nasdaq slipped 0.23%, and the Dow lost 0.20% in thin, year-end trading. Nvidia dipped 0.3%. Fed minutes showed policymakers split on the December rate cut, keeping focus on upcoming economic data.
31 December 2025
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Microsoft stock ticks up as Nadella reshuffles top ranks for post-OpenAI AI push

Microsoft stock ticks up as Nadella reshuffles top ranks for post-OpenAI AI push

Microsoft shares rose 0.3% to $488.52 after reports of CEO Satya Nadella reshuffling senior leadership to speed up in-house AI efforts. The Financial Times said Nadella tapped former Meta executive Jay Parikh to lead a new CoreAI unit. Investors also weighed Federal Reserve minutes showing divisions over 2026 rate cuts. Trading volume was thin ahead of year-end.
30 December 2025
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S&P 500 Slips Before Fed Minutes as Meta Rises on Manus AI Deal

S&P 500 Slips Before Fed Minutes as Meta Rises on Manus AI Deal

Meta rose 1.2% after announcing plans to acquire AI startup Manus, reportedly valued at $2–3 billion. The Dow slipped 0.24%, S&P 500 fell 0.09%, and Nasdaq eased 0.07% in midday trading as investors awaited Federal Reserve meeting minutes. Apple and Nvidia edged lower, while Microsoft ticked up. T1 Energy climbed 3.7% after selling $160 million in clean-energy tax credits.
30 December 2025
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Microsoft stock edges lower after the bell as year-end trade cools tech; MSFT investors eye Fed minutes

Microsoft stock edges lower after the bell as year-end trade cools tech; MSFT investors eye Fed minutes

Microsoft shares closed down 0.1% at $487.11 Monday and slipped further after hours, as tech stocks weighed on U.S. indexes in thin holiday trading. The S&P 500 fell 0.3% and the Nasdaq lost 0.5%. Traders await Federal Reserve minutes Tuesday and jobless claims data Wednesday ahead of the New Year’s Day market closure.
29 December 2025
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AI stocks slide today as Nvidia drops after Intel confirms $5 billion stake sale

AI stocks slide today as Nvidia drops after Intel confirms $5 billion stake sale

Nvidia fell 1.7% after Intel completed a $5 billion private share sale to the chip designer, issuing over 214 million shares at $23.28 each. Broadcom, Palantir, AMD, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta also declined in thin year-end trading. Intel rose 0.25%. Investors await Federal Reserve minutes and jobless claims later this week.
29 December 2025
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AI stocks today: Nvidia slips after Intel stake filing as chip rally pauses

AI stocks today: Nvidia slips after Intel stake filing as chip rally pauses

Nvidia fell nearly 2% after Intel disclosed Nvidia completed a $5 billion purchase of Intel shares in a private placement. Intel rose about 0.7%. Semiconductor and Nasdaq-100 ETFs edged lower in thin holiday trading. U.S. markets will close Thursday for New Year’s Day, with traders watching Fed minutes and jobless claims later this week.
29 December 2025
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Microsoft stock drifts lower before the bell as Fed minutes loom in holiday-thin week

Microsoft stock drifts lower before the bell as Fed minutes loom in holiday-thin week

Microsoft shares slipped 0.2% to $486.69 in premarket trading Monday, following a $487.71 close. Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.40% and S&P 500 futures dropped 0.22% ahead of the final trading week of 2025. Nvidia, Oracle, and Tesla also traded lower early. No major Microsoft-specific news was reported before the bell.
29 December 2025
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IREN stock slides 4% into year-end as bitcoin miners cool — what’s next

IREN stock slides 4% into year-end as bitcoin miners cool — what’s next

IREN Limited closed down 4% at $40.30 on Friday, extending recent losses despite bitcoin rising 1.5% near $89,000. Peers Marathon Digital, Riot Platforms, and CleanSpark also fell, reflecting pressure across crypto-mining stocks. IREN’s shares traded between $39.53 and $42.64, hovering near the $40 support level. The company remains in focus after a $9.7 billion AI deal with Microsoft.
29 December 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Netflix Hits 52-Week Low as Subscriber Growth Worries Loom, Meta Expands TV Reach
    June 23, 2026, 6:06 AM EDT. Netflix shares dropped to a 52-week low at $71.81, retreating 5.82% amid concerns over slowing subscriber growth and increased cancellations post-2025 price hikes. The stock is down over 22% year-to-date and 43% in the past year, spotlighting uncertainty about its streaming and ad revenue model sustainability into 2027. Meanwhile, Meta Platforms expands its footprint in connected TV, launching Instagram for TV on Samsung Smart TVs in the U.S., joining Amazon Fire TV and Google TV to compete for TV audiences. Netflix also unveiled an AI-driven ad targeting partnership with Omnicom Media, aiming to boost ad relevance and engagement. Analysts remain cautious, with limited upside expected in 2027 revenue forecasts amid weak subscriber engagement and churn challenges.

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Brent under $78 after Iran waiver; traders weigh supply risk

Brent under $78 after Iran waiver; traders weigh supply risk

23 June 2026
Oil prices slid for a second day as a U.S. waiver on Iranian oil sales and renewed Strait of Hormuz tanker traffic eased supply fears; Brent crude futures dropped 0.6% to $77.46 and WTI fell 0.4% to $73.56 in active European trading, after Brent settled 3.31% lower Monday.
Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) drops to 52-week low while Meta makes living room push

Netflix (NASDAQ:NFLX) drops to 52-week low while Meta makes living room push

23 June 2026
Netflix plunged 5.82% to a 52-week low of $71.81 Monday as investor worries mounted over rising U.S. subscriber churn, weak global net additions, and intensifying competition from Meta’s Instagram TV expansion; shares edged up 0.78% premarket, but analysts warn 2027 revenue forecasts leave little room for upside ahead of July’s earnings report.
U.S. Natural Gas Futures Pull Back With Supplies Limiting Rally

U.S. Natural Gas Futures Pull Back With Supplies Limiting Rally

23 June 2026
U.S. natural gas futures slipped 0.6% to $3.234 as rising supply offset buying from hotter weather forecasts, with July gas giving back part of Monday’s gain; inventories remain 5.8% above the five-year average, and traders await Thursday’s EIA storage report for the next market catalyst.
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