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This week, all eyes are on the U.S. economic reports, specifically the March Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI), as they will be crucial in understanding inflation trends. The anticipated annual CPI increase is 3.5%, up from last month’s 3.2%, while core inflation, excluding food and energy, is expected to slow to 3.7% year-over-year. These reports will give us valuable insights into whether the recent spike in inflation is transitory or if a more sustained increase is on the horizon.
In the stock market, U.S. stock futures saw a slight dip after last week’s market downturn, signaling a brief pause in the 2024 rally. The Dow Jones fell by 0.04% and S&P 500 futures dropped by 0.08%, while Nasdaq 100 futures saw a marginal increase. Despite the recent declines, a strong jobs report has injected optimism into the market, balancing concerns about inflation and potential interest rate hikes.
On the commodities front, oil prices experienced a sharp decline, with Brent crude slipping below $90 per barrel amid easing tensions in the Middle East. The recent troop withdrawal from southern Gaza and ceasefire talks have played a significant role in this price drop. In contrast, gold prices reached record highs driven by speculative buying and ongoing geopolitical tensions. The disparity in oil and gold prices reflects the changing dynamics in the markets, with oil reacting to regional developments and gold benefiting from safe-haven demand.
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