3 big surprises that caught stock market pros off guard in 2025
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Several stock market professionals were caught off guard by unexpected events in 2025, including a surprise interest rate hike, a major tech company's unexpected acquisition, and a sudden shift in consumer spending habits.
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Yahoo Finance asked several investing pros what surprised them in the markets this year.
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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on December 24, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.