Opening Bell Ceremony: December 31, 2025, Marking the Final Trading Day of the Year

Year-End Trading Session Begins

• 🔔 The final trading day of the year, December 31, 2025, has commenced at the New York Stock Exchange.
• 🟢 The NYSE board shows more green, indicating a positive start to the day's trading.

Honoring the Occasion

• 🏙️ New York City Council member Christopher Marte had the honor of ringing the opening bell at the downtown Alliance.
• 🎭 The Times Square Alliance participated in the opening ceremony at the NASDAQ, coinciding with preparations for the New Year's Eve ball drop.

Global Market Performance

• 📈 The MSCI World Index is set for its biggest annual return in six years, signaling a broad and inclusive global rally.
• 🇺🇸 While the US saw bright spots, particularly in South Korea and Taiwan tied to AI, other regions also performed strongly.
• 🌍 Europe, driven by a defense story, also contributed to the global market gains.
• 🌎 Several international markets, including Brazil, Mexico, and China, outperformed the US year-to-date.