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Losing 2025 Stocks, Surging Alts
Why did some stocks struggle in 2025, and why were certain alternatives surging? Experts explain both performances in today’s new episode of the Early Bird podcast.
Details: Some sectors outperformed others in 2025. For example, as big technology stocks soared in 2025, several companies in the retail sector struggled. Examples of 2025 laggards included Lululemon $LULU ( ▼ 0.68% ) and Chipotle $CMG ( ▼ 0.71% ).
Yes, But: The performance in 2025 was highly polarized, with significant winners and losers emerging within the same sectors. Belonging to a strong industry wasn't a guarantee of success, as some stocks thrived while their direct competitors lagged.
For example, used car retailer Carvana $CVNA ( ▼ 0.7% ) surged, while rival Copart $CPRT ( ▲ 0.18% ) declined.
In the growing tech sector, Workday $WDAY ( ▼ 0.78% ) fell in 2025.
Powering the Story: This intra-sector dispersion stemmed from varying levels of AI adoption. While some companies heavily invested in the technology, others within the same industry were slower to adopt it.
Also: This year was good for certain alternative investments. Gold and other commodities surged to records. Private credit experienced increased visibility in retirement accounts.
Final Thoughts: What are the top stock market predictions for 2026? Find out by listening to a new episode of the Early Bird podcast.
Notables
Notable Earnings Today: N/A.
Notable IPOs Today: N/A.
Notable Equity Crowdfunding Campaigns Ending Today: Modern Mill (StartEngine), Soju Ventures International (StartEngine), Red Line Safety (Wefunder), Momentum Coffee (Honeycomb), The Wing Suite (Honeycomb).
Notable Economic Events Today: Pending Home Sales (10:00 a.m. ET), Crude Oil Inventories (10:30 a.m. ET).
Amazon's Italy Drone Delivery
Amazon’s $AMZN ( ▲ 0.06% ) plans to deliver goods by drone in Italy might be canceled.
Details: Reuters reported on Sunday that Amazon decided to stop its commercial drone delivery plans in Italy, citing broader regulatory issues.
Background: The company completed initial tests of drone delivery in Italy last year.
Powering the Story: Stopping a capital‑intensive project in a difficult regulatory and business context can avoid sunk costs, operational headaches, and safety incidents.
However, the decision is negative for innovation, local jobs, and long‑term logistics experimentation in Italy.
Final Thoughts: Shares of Amazon are up 5.59% this year, lagging behind the broader market.
Solana Tries December Recovery
The price of Solana $SOL ( ▲ 0.13% ) jumped about 3% on Sunday, as the popular cryptocurrency tried to stage a December comeback after a bad month.
Final Thoughts: Solana’s price is down about 4% in December.
Trends to Watch
Box Office Winners: ‘Avatar 3’ Adds $88 Million Over Christmas Weekend, ‘Marty Supreme’ Scores A24’s Second-Biggest Debut With $27 Million (Variety)
Streaming Changed TV Watching: Americans Are Watching Fewer New Shows, More Free TV (Bloomberg)
Warning: Bank of America CEO says the market "will punish people if we don't have an independent Fed" (CBS News)
Where’s the (Contaminated) Beef: Thousands of pounds of ground beef recalled in six states due to potential E. Coli contamination (The Independent)
Wishful Thinking: Bitcoin needs a 6.24% rally to close 2025 in the green (Cointelegraph)
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