Happy Wednesday! The Santa Claus Rally is here, a seasonal surge that has historically delivered a high-win rate, however, not every company benefits equally. Today, we’re highlighting the companies that have consistently outperformed and why they deserve a look for your portfolio.

Also, one top strategist and market expert is already placing his bets on the Magnificent Seven next year. Read on to see which ones he’s bullish about, and which ones he’s bearish on.

Plus, if you’re looking for a rising pharmaceutical company that is well positioned for next year, check out today’s sponsor.

Note: The U.S. stock market will close early today and will be closed tomorrow in observance of Christmas. As a result, there will be no edition of the newsletter Thursday. We’ll be back with more market insights and news on Friday.

In Today's Edition

• MARKET RECAP

• MARKET HEATMAP

• FIVE ZINGERS

• MARKET HISTORY

Five Stocks With The Strongest Santa Claus Rally Track Record

The Santa Claus Rally has delivered gains 71% of the time, but not every stock benefits equally. As the market enters the first day of this seasonal window, all eyes are on the companies that have consistently outperformed.

Read on to see which stocks have the best track record, and how your portfolio could ride the wave.

Jupiter Neurosciences Well Positioned For 2026

Jupiter Neurosciences Inc. (JUNS), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing drugs to treat neuroinflammation, has a lot to celebrate as 2025 ends.

Whether it’s the clearance it got from the FDA to initiate a phase 2a clinical trial of JOTROL, a patented resveratrol-based therapeutic platform targeting neuroinflammation and mitochondrial dysfunction, or its the launch of Nugevia, its direct-to-consumer longevity product line aimed at improving mitochondrial support, mental clarity and "beauty from within,” Jupiter is executing in the first year as a public company.

It has more up its sleeves for 2026 and fresh fire power thanks to a recent deal with Yorkville Advisors that gives it access to $20 million in capital.

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Yesterday: U.S. indexes finished higher Tuesday, marking a fourth consecutive gain, after third-quarter GDP data showed the economy grew faster than expected at 4.3% — the strongest reading in two years — driven by robust consumer spending on goods and services. The report initially tempered expectations for near-term interest rate cuts, though futures markets still continue to price in two cuts next year. And as 2026 draws closer, Wall Street is watching to see if the Santa Claus rally will materialize this year. The rally, which occurs between the last five trading days of the year and the first two of the new year — which starts today — has recorded an average gain of 1.3% since 1950.

On Our Radar: With the holiday-shortened week keeping the economic calendar light, today’s schedule offers little in the way of data, leaving initial jobless claims as the sole headliner analysts will be watching for fresh insight into the health of the U.S. labor market.

Shares of Novo Nordisk (NVO) surged, marking its best session since March 2024. Meanwhile First Solar (FSLR), UiPath (PATH), and Bullish (BLSH) tanked. But those weren’t the only companies making big moves. Here’s a look at some of the biggest winners and losers on Tuesday.

Discover how the market is moving with our interactive heatmap. Filter by market cap, or click on any box to explore specific sectors or assets in more detail.

Stock Of The Day: D-Wave Quantum just blasted through a key resistance level, sparking excitement among traders. Could this be the start of a bigger uptrend or a trap? Here’s everything you need to know.

Prime Time: One of Wall Street’s most influential investors is betting big on a company transforming the cloud and AI landscape. Read on to see what’s fueling the surge.

Victory Lap: The U.S. economy blasted past expectations with a 4.3% GDP jump in Q3, prompting President Trump to take a victory lap while economists scrambled to explain the surprise. Click to see what’s driving this unexpected boom — and why experts are already debating if it can last.

$1 Trillion: The holiday season is set for a record-breaking $1 trillion — but not all Americans are celebrating. Find out who’s thriving, who’s struggling, and what this means for your wallet.

Golden Cross: Fast-food giants McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, and Yum Brands just triggered a rare bullish signal. Read on to see what it means and how to take advantage.

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On This Day…

Investors often turn their attention to the Santa Claus Rally, a seasonal stock market pattern first named by Yale Hirsch in his 1972 publication — The Stock Trader’s Almanac — although the pattern itself dates back to 1950. The so-called rally occurs during the final five trading days of the year and the first two trading days of the new year — in this case, from the opening bell on December 24 through January 5, 2026. Historically, this stretch has been favorable for equities, with the S&P 500 recording an average gain of about 1.3% since 1950.

QUOTE OF THE DAY

“The biggest risk is not taking any risk.“

— David Einhorn

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