For the second year, Santa Claus failed to appear on Wall Street, but stock market bulls are looking to a trio of seasonal indicators to gauge the outlook for 2025. These indicators, which include the January barometer, suggest that a positive start to the year could bode well for the market.
The concept of the “January barometer” refers to the historical practice of gauging the market’s performance in January as a predictor of the year ahead. Historically, if the market rises in January, it has been a sign of a strong and successful year. Conversely, a decline in January often signals a weaker year.
While Santa’s absence from Wall Street may be a disappointment for some, stock market bulls are eager to see how these seasonal indicators play out. If January gets off to a positive start, it could provide the necessary boost for the market to continue its upward trajectory.
Source: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/forget-santa-stock-market-bulls-look-to-january-barometer-for-clues-to-2025-5de3c780