PPI, Powell, and CPI to reshape Fed rate cut expectations
The latest US inflation prints and comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell could really change Fed rate cut expectations. Tematica CIO, Chris Versace, explains how this might change the mood of the markets.
He also catches up with IG’s Angeline Ong to discuss the latest significant hike in US tariffs on Chinese cars, chips, and the upcoming Google I/O conference.
(AI Video Summary)
Unexpectedly high producer inflation data
In this exclusive IGTV interview, the conversation with Chris Versace, CIO of Tematica Research, navigates through the implications of unexpectedly high producer inflation data on Federal Reserve rate decisions, hinting at no cuts in the near term. The discussion also touches on rising oil and commodity prices, tariffs potentially reigniting trade tensions, and their collective impact on inflation. Small businesses facing hiring challenges suggest persistent wage-driven inflation pressures.
Company news
Home Depot's report unveils a consumer shift towards smaller projects, with broader retail insights expected from Walmart's upcoming earnings, indicating consumer spending trends. Additionally, the chat anticipates Google's conference, focusing on advancements in AI, as a potential market influencer amidst concerning economic indicators.
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