Economic Events and Corporate Reports for Saturday, 27 December 2025: Weekly Review of Global Markets, Absence of Macroeconomic Data, State of Stock Indices, and Key Indicators for Investors
Saturday, 27 December 2025, unfolds in a state of complete calm on global financial markets. Following the Christmas holidays and a shortened trading week, international exchanges take a pause: all major venues are closed due to the weekend. No new macroeconomic publications or corporate reports are anticipated, and investor activity has been minimised. The lack of fresh drivers means that price dynamics remain neutral, as market participants utilise this break to assess the situation and prepare for the final sessions of the year.
Global Markets: A Weekend without Trading
All key stock exchanges in the US, Europe, and Asia are not operational on 27 December due to the weekend (Saturday). The American indices S&P 500 and NASDAQ finish the shortened festive week with no significant changes: trading on Wall Street on Friday was sluggish due to the absence of many participants, and no new price movements were formed before the holidays. European markets are also in pause mode—the exchanges in London, Frankfurt, and other financial centres are closed, and the Euro Stoxx 50 index does not update today. In Asia, the situation is similar: trading on the Tokyo exchange (Nikkei 225) and Shanghai does not occur on Saturday. The Russian stock market (Moscow Exchange index) is also not operational until the new week begins. The global absence of trading results in the main indices maintaining levels from the previous close, without any new impulses.
Macroeconomic Statistics: No Significant Publications
The international economic calendar for 27 December is empty: government institutions and central banks of major countries do not release statistics on the weekend. Neither in the US nor in Europe or Asia are macroeconomic indicators scheduled for release, as the festive period is accompanied by a pause in official releases. Investors have nothing to add to the already known picture: all significant data released earlier in December have already been accounted for by the market. Thus, trading participants lack new macroeconomic benchmarks, and market sentiments are shaped by previous news and expectations.
Corporate Calendar: Calm at Year-End
No corporate reports from major public companies are scheduled for 27 December. The quarterly reporting season concluded at the beginning of the month, and none of the companies within key indices (S&P 500, Euro Stoxx 50, Nikkei 225, Moscow Exchange index) are publishing financial results today. Even in the US, where markets are typically active on ordinary days, large corporations avoid making any announcements during the height of the festive holidays. A limited number of mid-cap companies might release press releases or operational reports, but doing so on a non-trading day is impractical—investors simply won’t see them until the markets open. Therefore, the news background from the corporate sector remains neutral, exerting no influence on market participants' sentiments.
Trading Activity: Low Liquidity and Volatility
The absence of trading sessions and fresh news leads to extremely low liquidity in financial markets over this weekend. “Thin” trading—where transaction volumes are minimal—characterises the end of the week: major players have already left the market for the new year, and those remaining are not taking active actions. As a result, the volatility of leading assets is at a reduced level. Stock indices are held within narrow ranges, as neither buyers nor sellers are present to effect a significant price shift. This neutral dynamic is attributed to large investors having realised profits and closed some positions earlier, not planning new transactions until the beginning of January. With almost nil trading activity, any sharp price movements seem unlikely.
Currencies and Commodities: Calm on Weekends
The markets for currencies and commodities are also experiencing a state of tranquility. The international foreign exchange market (FOREX) is closed until Monday, meaning that the exchange rates for major currency pairs (dollar/euro, dollar/yen, etc.) remain around the levels of the last close without new fluctuations. Prices for oil and gold, which finished the week with minor deviations, will not be updated over the weekend—trading in oil, metals, and other commodities will resume only with the opening of exchanges at the start of the next week. Therefore, external benchmarks for stock markets from commodity and currency quotations remain stable. Neither the dollar nor oil are providing new signals for market participants, supporting the overall sentiment of caution.
Seasonal Factors: Santa Claus Rally and Portfolio Rebalancing
At the end of December, investors traditionally hope for the “Santa Claus rally”—a seasonal rise in stock prices against a backdrop of low trading volumes. However, in 2025, the prerequisites for a confident rally are few: macroeconomic data from the past weeks have been mixed, and many participants are adopting a cautious, wait-and-see stance. In a situation where liquidity is reduced and strong growth drivers are absent, it is unlikely that a significant jump in prices will be forecasted during the final sessions of the year. Another end-of-year factor is the portfolio rebalancing by large institutional players. In the final days of December, funds and investment banks may engage in buying and selling to align portfolios with target metrics ahead of year-end closing reports. These technical operations can trigger localized movements in specific stocks or sectors at the beginning of the following week but do not lead to long-term trends. Overall, seasonal effects this year are muted, and the primary strategy for most investors remains the preservation of positions until the new year.
What Investors Should Pay Attention to
- Keep an eye on weekend news: Despite the lull, important global events can occur at any moment. Geopolitical news or emergency statements emerging on Saturday or Sunday may be factored into the markets only after they open, potentially causing price gaps on Monday morning.
- Use the pause for portfolio analysis: The weekend is an opportune time to assess the results of 2025. Investors from the CIS should evaluate the effectiveness of their investments, review their asset balance, and prepare a strategy for the first weeks of 2026 while new data and reports have yet to create volatility.
- Prepare for the last week of December: The final trading sessions of the year (29-31 December) are likely to occur against a backdrop of reduced activity but may yield local movements. Some market participants will undertake position rebalancing, and initial signs of market direction may emerge on 29 December ahead of the new year. It is crucial for investors to approach this week well-prepared: exercise caution when opening new trades, set limit orders, and avoid excessive risks in a thin market.
- Maintain a long-term perspective: The pre-New Year lull is temporary. The absence of movements does not imply a lack of prospects: already in January 2026, activity will return, a new corporate reporting season will commence, and important macro-statistics will be released. Those adhering to their investment strategy should not succumb to a false sense of calm, remaining prepared for the resumption of market fluctuations in the new year.
Thus, Saturday, 27 December, unfolds under the sign of calm and the absence of new directions for markets. Investors are utilising this day for a breather and planning, only occasionally monitoring sparse news. Ahead lies the last week of the year, which is traditionally quiet but requires attention to detail. A cautious approach and strategic planning will help enter the new year equipped with the necessary information and ready for any market twists.
