Stock Market Summary – December 10, 2025

In a divisive move, the Federal Reserve approved its third rate cut of the year but hinted at a slower pace ahead. The central bank’s Federal Open Market Committee lowered its key overnight borrowing rate by a quarter percentage point to a range between 3.5%-3.75%. The 9-3 vote decision sparked a rise in stocks, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average adding 500 points.

Key stock market movers included Photronics, which saw its shares rally by over 37% following better-than-expected fiscal fourth quarter results. AeroViroment shares slid by over 11% due to a fiscal second-quarter earnings miss. On the other hand, GE Vernova stocks jumped 14% after declaring that 2025 revenue was towards the higher end of its guidance.

Oracle created buzz as it prepared to report its second quarter earnings, with eye on demonstrating its ability to finance its ambitious infrastructure plans and proving the soundness of its AI-driven growth strategy. Meanwhile, Target is refurbishing its store in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood, incorporating a rotating merchandise display and a beauty bar in a bid to position itself as a trend and style leader.

The Federal Reserve’s quarter percentage point interest rate cut was met with a divided response from the Federal Open Market Committee, with some members favoring cuts to offset further labor market weakness and others believing the easing has gone far enough and could exacerbate inflation.

Finally, investment guru Jim Cramer recommended buying Nvidia shares and keeping an eye on Procter & Gamble and Texas Roadhouse stocks.