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Santa Rally

Definition

A Santa Rally is a historical market phenomenon where stock prices tend to rise towards the end of the year, specifically in December. This observed trend is often attributed to factors such as holiday season optimism, increased consumer spending, institutional window dressing, or year-end bonuses driving investment. While not guaranteed, traders and investors frequently anticipate this period for potential short-term gains across various asset classes, including cryptocurrencies. It represents a seasonal market anomaly rather than a fundamental economic shift.