Monday Morning Must-Knows - January 27, 2025

Monday Morning Must-Knows by Trading Academy

January 27, 2025

Will Central Banks Shift Rate Strategies?

This week in trading was full of excitement and volatility. The S&P, NASDAQ, and Russell performed strongly, while the Dollar Index broke key levels, signaling potential market challenges. A packed earnings calendar includes major players like Microsoft, Meta, Tesla, Apple, and ExxonMobil. Defense stocks (RTX, LMT, BA) are also in focus due to potential inflows.

Central banks take center stage with interest rate announcements. In the U.S., the Fed is expected to hold rates steady at 4.5%, despite pressure from President Trump to cut rates.

Canada is likely to reduce rates by 25 basis points, and the ECB is anticipated to follow suit. Inflation remains a critical factor, with Friday’s Core PCE Price Index release expected to show a modest increase to 0.2%.

With earnings, economic data, and geopolitical factors converging, prepare for a volatile trading week ahead. Stay tuned for next week’s updates, including insights on digital assets.

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