This week (the week of March 30, 2025) is expected to be very busy and potentially chaotic for markets and the economy. Here are the key events in simple terms:
1. Tuesday:
ISM Manufacturing PMI: A report on how well U.S. factories are doing.
JOLTS Job Openings: Data on how many job positions are available in the U.S.
2. Wednesday:
President Trump's "Liberation Day": A political event or speech by President Trump (significance depends on context).
3. Thursday:
ADP Nonfarm Employment: A preview of job growth in the private sector (before the official jobs report).
4. Friday:
March Jobs Report: The big official report on employment, unemployment, and wages.
Fed Chair Powell Speaks: The head of the Federal Reserve will give remarks, which could hint at future interest rate changes.
Why it matters: These events could cause big swings in the stock market, currency values, and investor confidence, making it the most unpredictable week of the year so far.