Markets Extend Gains as Tech Sector Rebounds

U.S. equity markets posted solid gains on Monday, December 22, 2025, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all closing higher. The advance marked a third consecutive day of gains for the major benchmarks, fueling optimism for a potential year-end 'Santa Claus rally' as investors returned to technology stocks.

Key Movers and Sector Performance

The session was characterized by a notable recovery in the tech sector. Among the standout movers were Oracle, Nvidia, and Tesla, which contributed significantly to the Nasdaq's strength. Shares of DJT also saw notable activity, drawing trader attention amidst the broad market advance.

Precious Metals Shine as Gold Hits All-Time High

While equities rallied, the precious metals market captured headlines as gold prices surged to a record high. Silver also posted strong gains, reaching multi-year peaks. The simultaneous rise in risk assets and traditional safe havens like gold presented a nuanced picture of market sentiment, with some analysts pointing to strategic portfolio diversification ahead of the new year.

The positive momentum sets an upbeat tone for the final trading week of the year, with market participants closely watching for continued momentum and traditional seasonal trends to play out.