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Stocks Steady as Trump Blocks Venezuelan Oil Tankers
12/19/2025
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Story summary
- On December 17, 2025, U.S. stocks were steady, with the Dow up 219 points and the Nasdaq down 0.2%.
- U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a blockade on sanctioned oil tankers to Venezuela, sending oil prices higher.
- Jabil surged 5.9% on strong earnings.
- Netflix gained 2.7% after a favorable buyout recommendation.
- Nvidia and Oracle declined.
