The Federal Reserve’s policy decision and earnings from major technology companies will be the focus this week. Third-quarter GDP and core PCE data are also due on Thursday, while rising crude oil prices and bond yields are being watched as market risk factors.
The market’s central focus this week is the Federal Reserve’s policy decision. After the announcement on Wednesday, Chair Warsh is scheduled to hold a press conference at 2:30 p.m. the same day. The market is watching the direction of interest rates and the explanation accompanying the decision.
Results from major technology companies Alphabet, Microsoft and Amazon are also due, and the results of their AI investments are likely to affect investor confidence.
Third-quarter GDP and core PCE data are scheduled to be released on Thursday morning. Rising crude oil prices and bond yields are expected to continue affecting market conditions as major risk factors for the outlook. Investors will closely watch for changes in policymakers’ stance.