2 key inflation prints loom ahead of Fed rate cut decision: What to know this week
Published On Dec 8, 2024, 7:49 AM
Upcoming inflation reports, particularly the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI), are anticipated to play a crucial role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making regarding interest rates. As inflation figures show slight increases, the Fed is expected to cut rates by a quarter percentage point at its December meeting. The performance of major tech stocks continues to be strong, with the Magnificent Seven leading recent market rallies, while concerns linger about the potential impacts of inflation on future rate cuts.