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The stock market surged in 2025. What do experts think could happen in 2026?

The stock market surged to record highs in 2025, hurtling past tariffs, a government shutdown and fears of a bubble in artificial intelligence. The S&P 500 -- the index that most people's 401(k)s track -- climbed about 17% this year, as of Dec. 23.

This New Year's Eve, the Champagne market is looking for hope

Pour one out for your local Champagne seller. It's been a shaky year for the French sparkling wine. The export market started at a low ; it slipped 9.2% year-over-year in 2024. Then came the tariffs. The industry also faces existential threats.

The 10 wildest stock, crypto, and commodity market moments of 2025

President Donald Trump and his wife unveiled their own crypto tokens the day leading up to the presidential inauguration. The move, which was unprecedented for a US president and raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest within the new…

UK's hottest AND coldest housing markets revealed

Home buyers and sellers have had a torrid time this past year. The property market has been hamstrung by a toxic mix of factors, including the end of the stamp duty holiday in April – which added thousands of pounds to a purchase –…

Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk

The latest Market Talks covering Energy and Utilities. Published exclusively on Dow Jones Newswires at 4:20 ET, 12:20 ET and 16:50 ET. 0914 GMT – Malaysia's benchmark Kuala Lumpur Composite Index closed 0.3% lower at 1680.11, bringing its…

Basic Materials Roundup: Market Talk

Housing market improves but affordability still a concern

Homebuyers are starting to see signs of relief, and the momentum could roll into next year…

These Stocks Are the Market's Biggest Winners and Losers in 2025

The S&P 500 Index is poised to end 2025 up more than 17% as the bull market continues for a third year driven by enthusiasm for artificial intelligence. The AI trade broadened out this year, as chip stocks again led the S&P 500 but were joined by…

London house prices: what will happen to the capital's property market in 2026?

London's housing market has been going through a sticky patch. With political uncertainty around the general election in 2024 and before the Budget in the autumn, sales rates have plummeted to record lows. The number of home sales in 2024 dropped…

Why AI Might Stamp Out Inflation but Endanger the Job Market

AI could significantly reduce inflation if it delivers on its labor-saving promises, one economist forecasts. Cooling prices are great news for Americans struggling to stay on a budget. Historically, revolutionary technology has tended to raise…

UK recorded music market grows for an 11th consecutive year in 2025

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for exclusive competitions, offers and theatre ticket deals I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. British breakthrough artists including…

A Groq investor said he's 'deeply concerned' about data center market

A major Groq investor said data center development was 'speculative' and would put 'stress on the system.' Alex Davis, the CEO of Austin-based investment company Disruptive Tech, sounded an alarm about the US data center market in an end-of-year…

US stock market ends 2025 on a high note after volatile year - BBC News

It's been a roller-coaster year for financial markets - but US stock investors are heading into 2026 on a high note. US President Donald Trump's global trade tariffs sent shockwaves through markets in the spring. But by summer, the US saw record…

5 themes that defined business and markets in 2025: Morning Squawk

This is CNBC's Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Happy Wednesday and New Year's Eve. I've decided that there are three main groups of holiday observers this year: Those going to parties or watching…

China housing market gets VAT relief on resales but demand outlook stays subdued

China will lower value-added tax (VAT) on individual home resales from January 1, but while the measure has drawn interest from consumers, property agents have said most remain cautious and are adopting a wait-and-see approach. The policy would…