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Wall Street Holds Steady as S&P 500 Hits Record Ahead of Christmas Break

Market Snapshot – December 24, 2025 Dow Jones Futures: Flat at 48,735 points S&P 500 Futures: Near 6,957 points, little changed after Tuesday’s record close Nasdaq 100 Futures: Slight dip of 0.1% to 25,796.5 points S&P 500 Index: Closed Tuesday at 6,909, its latest all-time high Key Drivers Robust economic growth continues to fuel investor optimism. Seasonal “Santa Claus rally” has lifted stocks for four consecutive sessions. Markets will close early today at 1 p.m. EST and remain shut tomorrow for Christmas Day. Traders remain cautious about inflation and potential Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2026. Quick Take Wall Street enters the holiday season on a high note, with the S&P 500 near the 7,000 mark and futures showing little movement. The shortened trading session means liquidity will be thin, amplifying small moves. Still, the overall tone remains upbeat, with investors betting that the year-end rally will carry into the final days of 2025.

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Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon and Asparagus




Ingredients:

  • 1 pound salmon fillet
  • 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Place the salmon fillet in the center of the baking sheet.
  4. Arrange the asparagus around the salmon.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the mixture over the salmon and asparagus.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

I hope you find this recipe helpful. Bon appĂ©tit! 

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