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This Week’s Market Forecast… 📊

Markets are gearing up for a pivotal week as the Federal Reserve prepares to announce its latest interest rate decision. While the Fed is widely expected to keep rates unchanged, investors will be laser-focused on the updated dot plot and Chairman Jerome Powell’s remarks for clues on future policy direction.

With economic uncertainty still looming, Powell’s commentary on inflation, growth, and labor market conditions could set the tone for the next market move. Traders will be dissecting every word for signs of whether rate cuts are on the horizon or if the Fed plans to maintain its cautious stance.

Earnings season continues, with several major names set to report this week. Investors will be paying close attention to Nike (NKE) and FedEx (FDX), two companies that offer a broad read on global consumer trends and economic activity.

• Monday, March 17 – Science Applications International (SAIC), FinVolution (FINV)

• Tuesday, March 18 – KE Holdings (BEKE), XPeng (XPEV), Tencent Music (TME), ZTO Express (ZTO), HealthEquity (HQY)

• Wednesday, March 19 – General Mills (GIS), GDS Holdings (GDS), Ollie’s Bargain Outlet (OLLI), Sportradar (SRAD), Five Below (FIVE)

• Thursday, March 20 – Accenture (ACN), Nike (NKE), Micron Technology (MU), FedEx (FDX), Darden Restaurants (DRI)

Aside from the Fed’s decision, the housing market will be another area of focus as new data on housing starts, builder sentiment, and existing home sales is released. With mortgage rates trending lower, investors will be looking for signs of renewed momentum in the real estate sector.

Lennar (LEN), one of the largest homebuilders in the country, reports earnings on Thursday. Its results will provide valuable insight into housing demand, affordability trends, and the broader economic landscape as we move deeper into 2024.

With a busy week ahead, markets are likely to remain volatile. Staying focused on long-term opportunities and not getting caught up in short-term swings will be key.

Have a wonderful week!!

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-Ryan

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