Tech stocks rebound, Google's boomerang strategy, Xbox's slump and more in Morning Squawk

December 22, 2025

TL;DR

Tech stocks, including Oracle, Nvidia, and AMD, saw significant gains late last week.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite ended the week in positive territory.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged due to a sharp decline in Nike's stock.
The Justice Department released some investigative files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Google is rehiring former employees for its AI teams, with Josh Woodward leading Gemini.
Waymo, Google's driverless ride-hailing service, temporarily suspended operations in San Francisco.
There's a growing awareness among executives about the potential negative impact of social media missteps.
Supplement brands are releasing holiday-themed products to boost sales.
Microsoft's Xbox faces scrutiny amid layoffs, studio closures, and price increases.
Upcoming economic data includes Real GDP and consumer confidence; the stock market will have an early close on Christmas Eve and be closed on Christmas Day.

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