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These beaten-down stocks could bounce back in January, if history is any guide
Monday, September 21, 2026
Tax-loss selling in the fourth quarter typically depresses the prices of certain stocks, according to historical market patterns. Twenty stocks identified by analysts are expected to be affected by this practice, which occurs when investors sell securities at a loss to offset capital gains for tax purposes. These stocks have historically rebounded in January following such year-end selling pressure.
