Friday’s Start to 2026 Ends Positive
The S&P 500 backpedaled last week, giving back most of its 1.2% prior week gain as investors bemoaned a lack of traction in 2025’s Santa Claus rally. The Dow Industrials and S&P 500 capped four straight daily declines through Wednesday while posting mild gains on Friday after 2026 New Year’s Day celebrations the day before.
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