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Market View: Week of May 15, 2026
Although most market participants expect the effects of higher energy costs to reverse once the Iran conflict winds down and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz normalizes, the timing of such a de-escalation remains uncertain, leaving the Fed with little conviction on monetary policy in the near term
May 18, 2026
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Market View: Week of May 08, 2026
The strength of the labor market confirms that the economy is holding up well in spite of headwinds from geopolitical shocks. This likely limits the chance for an interest rate cut in the near term unless employment weakens or inflation picks up meaningfully.
May 11, 2026
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Market View: Week of May 01, 2026
Elevated energy prices stemming from the Iran war will keep the Fed on hold, with little urgency to ease policy given a labor market that has seen improvement in recent months. At the same time, Q1 economic growth remained broadly supportive, showing no clear signs of underlying weakness, despite higher gasoline prices for consumers.
May 04, 2026
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Market View: Week of Apr. 24, 2026
Rising energy prices from the Iran conflict are fueling inflation and could delay rate cuts, weighing on both stocks and bonds. While markets remain near highs, sustained oil prices raise risks of slower growth, margin pressure, and increased volatility
Apr 27, 2026
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Market View: Week of Apr. 10, 2026
Energy prices from the Iran conflict are pushing up headline inflation, but core inflation and economic activity remain resilient. The Fed is likely to look past the shock, though rate cuts may come later than expected.
Apr 13, 2026
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