On Thursday, December 28th, the U.S. stock markets closed mixed, with the Nasdaq composite recording a slight decline.
In economic data, initial jobless claims rose to 218,000 in the week ending December 23rd, exceeding expectations.
Escalating disruptions in the Red Sea by Yemen-based Houthi rebels has caused a significant shift in global trade patterns, with half the container-ship fleet rerouting to avoid the area, increasing operational costs and consumer prices.
On Wednesday, December 27th, the U.S. stock markets closed in green, with major U.S. stock indexes fluctuating between slight gains and losses during the session.
On Tuesday, December 26th, the U.S. stock markets closed in green as all major indexes surged, boosted by increases in the Oil & Gas, Consumer Goods, and Industrial sectors.