Wall Street Opens December in Negative Territory as Crypto Markets Also Decline

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• December 01, 2025

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Wall Street Opens December in Negative Territory as Crypto Markets Also Decline

Global financial markets began the month on a pessimistic note as major U.S. stock indexes and leading cryptocurrencies retreated sharply on Monday. Investor sentiment weakened amid concerns over slowing economic momentum, geopolitical uncertainty, and renewed volatility across risk assets.

At the opening of Monday’s session, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all traded lower, reversing the modest gains observed at the end of November. Market analysts attribute the downturn to a combination of cautious corporate earnings projections and expectations of tighter financial conditions as investors reassess global growth prospects.

The sell-off extended to the digital asset market. Bitcoin experienced a significant intraday decline, falling sharply after weeks de recuperação. Other major cryptocurrencies followed the same trajectory, amplifying concerns about risk appetite and liquidity in alternative asset classes.

Economists note that investors are entering December focused on inflation indicators, central bank signals, and year-end portfolio adjustments.
“The market is reacting to a mix of macroeconomic uncertainty and technical pressure as investors rebalance positions,” said an analyst quoted in U.S. financial outlets.

Despite the negative start to the month, experts highlight that December historically exhibits high market volatility, especially in years de grande incerteza monetária e fiscal.