Key Market Movers Next Week: Economic Data in Focus

Next week brings critical U.S. economic data, including the Producer Price Index (PPI), Consumer Price Index (CPI), and retail sales, expected to drive market activity.

Key Events:

Monday: New York Fed’s December inflation expectations (00:00 UTC+8).

Tuesday: U.S. December PPI (21:30 UTC+8); Kansas City Fed President Esther George speaks (23:00 UTC+8).

Wednesday:

U.S. December CPI and New York Fed Manufacturing Index (21:30 UTC+8).

Speeches by Fed Presidents John Williams (04:00 UTC+8), Thomas Barkin (21:00 UTC+8), and Neel Kashkari (23:00 UTC+8).

Thursday:

Fed Beige Book (03:00 UTC+8).

December retail sales and weekly jobless claims (21:30 UTC+8).

Market Outlook:

The Federal Reserve’s cautious stance reflects easing inflation pressures seen in November’s CPI report. December data could hint at further moderation, but significant declines are likelier in early 2025. Keep an eye on PPI, CPI, and retail sales as key indicators for market direction.