December 24, 2024 - 17:04
In a holiday-shortened trading session, major stock averages demonstrated muted trading activity. The equity markets are set to close early at 1 p.m. ET today and will remain closed tomorrow, December 25, in observance of Christmas Day.
Among the stocks drawing attention today is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, whose shares listed in Taiwan reached an all-time high, fueled by growing enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence. This surge highlights the ongoing impact of AI advancements on technology stocks.
Other notable companies making headlines include Advanced Micro Devices, Starbucks, and Broadcom, which are also attracting interest from investors.
Throughout the trading session, various key figures from the financial sector are providing insights, including Scott Sperling from Thomas H Lee Partners and Tom Hainlin from U.S. Bank Wealth Management, among others. These discussions may influence market sentiment as traders navigate this shortened trading day, keeping an eye on potential market movements ahead of the holiday.
