Economic Data For The Week 🗓️

"Week of April 13th to April 17th"

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As we head into another data-heavy week, investors will be watching closely as the Federal Reserve delivers its final round of commentary before entering the pre-meeting “quiet period” ahead of the April 29th FOMC decision.

With markets still digesting the recent oil price shock, the key question remains: Will inflation reaccelerate enough to shift the Fed’s outlook on rate cuts?

Inflation Back in Focus 🧘🏾‍♂️

The main event this week comes on TUESDAY with the March Producer Price Index (PPI) report.

Expectations are pointing to a notable reacceleration:

    •    Headline PPI: +4.6% YoY (highest since early 2023)

    •    Core PPI: +4.2% YoY (three-year high)

After last week’s CPI print showed clear signs of energy-driven inflation, this report will be critical in determining whether those pressures are beginning to bleed into broader parts of the economy.

If wholesale prices continue rising at this pace, it could signal that inflation is becoming more entrenched—something the Fed cannot ignore.

Housing Market Still Under Pressure 🏡

We’ll also get a fresh look at the housing market, with:

    •    Existing Home Sales (MONDAY)

    •    NAHB Homebuilder Sentiment (MONDAY)

Both reports are expected to reflect continued sluggish activity.

After briefly dipping below 6% in late February, mortgage rates have moved higher again, putting pressure on affordability. Despite limited housing supply, elevated borrowing costs are likely keeping buyers on the sidelines.

Labor Market: Holding the Line (For Now) ✋🏾

Labor data will continue to provide insight into the health of the economy:

    •    ADP Employment Change (TUESDAY)

    •    Weekly Jobless Claims (THURSDAY)

So far, the labor market has maintained its “low-hire, low-fire” dynamic—a sign of stability, but also one that suggests limited upside momentum.

This week’s data will help confirm whether that trend is still intact or beginning to crack under macro pressure.

Why It Matters ‼️

This week serves as a critical checkpoint before the Fed goes silent ahead of its next decision.

With inflation showing signs of reaccelerating—largely driven by energy—markets will be watching for any indication that:

    •    Rate cuts could be delayed

    •    Inflation risks are becoming more persistent

    •    The Fed may need to stay restrictive longer than expected

DCA Take 🫡

Uncertainty is rising again—and that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

For long-term investors, especially those focused on income and dividend growth, volatility continues to create opportunity.

If inflation remains elevated and the Fed stays cautious, we could see muted market returns in the near term—which reinforces the case for:

    •    Building income streams

    •    Staying disciplined

    •    Focusing on quality over quantity

Because at the end of the day:

You don’t need to time the market… you need to stay in it.

How do you think this week’s reports will affect the market? Let me know in the comments.

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