This week, investors will focus on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and earnings reports from several major companies. The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain interest rates between 4.25% and 4.5%, despite political pressure to lower them. March’s inflation rate was in line with expectations, and April’s jobs report showed more jobs added than anticipated.
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will announce its interest rate decision, followed by a press conference with Chair Jerome Powell. This comes amidst scrutiny from President Trump, raising questions about central bank independence.
Several companies are scheduled to report earnings this week, including Palantir (PLTR), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Uber Technologies (UBER), and Walt Disney (DIS). Other notable companies releasing earnings include Ford (F), Shopify (SHOP), ConocoPhillips (COP), and Anheuser-Busch InBev (BUD).
Economic data releases will also be in focus, such as consumer credit, productivity, and the U.S. trade balance. These reports could provide insights into consumer health and supply chain resilience amid ongoing trade tensions.
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