Jobs report highlights first full trading week of 2025: What to know this week
Published On Jan 5, 2025, 7:38 AM
As we enter the first full trading week of 2025, the stock market has been experiencing declines, with significant losses in the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow indices over the past week. A crucial labor market report is anticipated this Friday, which is seen as pivotal for investors ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting. There are expectations that job additions will slow down, reflecting a cooling labor market, with forecasts suggesting an addition of 153,000 jobs in December. Additionally, notable earnings announcements from tech giants, including Nvidia, and companies like Delta and Constellation Brands, are on the calendar for the week.
Stock Forecasts
NVDA
Positive
The upcoming jobs report is crucial for assessing the health of the labor market and could influence Federal Reserve policies, especially regarding interest rates. If the jobs data reflects continued cooling, it might lead to a positive shift in market sentiment, particularly for tech stocks which have been under pressure recently.
DAL
Negative
With the broader market facing pressure, and because a potential slowdown in job growth may suggest lesser wage inflation, September's market response might reflect a desire for stability in rate increases. Therefore, Delta's upcoming earnings report could see negative reception if results do not meet expectations in light of economic conditions.
STZ
Positive
Constellation Brands is expected to announce its quarterly results this week, and while consumer trends in alcohol sales have been mixed, their performance can offer insights into consumer sentiment and discretionary spending. Positive results could indicate resilience in this sector.
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