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Bloomberg Businessweek

Wall Street Struggles for Solid Footing Before PPI

Feb 15, 2024
36:19
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Traders await inflation data while dealing with mixed economic reports. Maryland's economic conditions and challenges are discussed. The importance of cyber preparedness for finance leaders is highlighted. US retail sales decline after a strong holiday season. Small businesses, cybercrime, and pop culture's impact are explored. Concerns about inflation and rate cuts are discussed. Investors are advised to be patient and seek opportunities in the market.
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  • Investors are cautioning against overly optimistic expectations for rate cuts this year amid concerns over inflation.
  • Rising prices in areas like shipping costs and the ISM Services Index's rising price component are fueling concerns of sticky inflation.

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Inflation Concerns Amid Disappointing Retail Sales

Amid concerns over inflation, investors are cautioning against overly optimistic expectations for rate cuts this year. Disappointing retail sales in January are not causing as much worry, as it may be a result of seasonality and a give-back from the strong December performance.

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