Stock Market Today: Russell 2000, Nasdaq Saddle Tech Pullback Ahead of Big Week of Data

Nova Minerals is facing a trading suspension on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and a halt on the Nasdaq, indicating significant compliance issues that have raised concerns about the company's financial health and operational status.

U.S. stocks, particularly the tech-heavy Nasdaq composite, experienced a notable slump, primarily driven by a significant decline in Broadcom's shares. This downturn comes ahead of key jobs data, raising concerns among investors about the stability of the tech sector amidst fluctuating market conditions.

B. Riley Financial Inc. has filed its overdue second-quarter report with US regulators, a significant step towards meeting Nasdaq's requirements to avoid delisting. Following this filing, the company's shares saw an increase of over 20% in extended trading.

A comfort food chain has announced the closure of all its locations following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, marking a significant shift in its operational strategy. This decision underscores the challenges faced by the restaurant industry, particularly in maintaining customer engagement and profitability.

Movies have evolved significantly from their origins as 'flickers' and 'shadow plays' to the Golden Age of cinema between the 1930s and 1950s. However, the industry now faces challenges in finding its place within a rapidly changing entertainment market.

Over the weekend, rumors circulated that Spirit Airlines would shut down and cancel all flights by Monday morning, December 15, 2025. These claims arose following the airline's second bankruptcy filing in August 2025, as it struggles to restructure its finances amidst ongoing operational challenges.