Motley Fool Money Big Macro, Earnings Season Previews
Oct 8, 2021
Disappointment looms as the September jobs report reveals sluggish growth, sparking investor concerns. The upcoming earnings season puts a spotlight on stocks like Facebook and Pepsi, while Levi Strauss impresses with its comeback narrative. Tech giants like Roku and Zoom Video start to catch attention after recent shifts. Experts also unpack various trends including labor shortages and regulatory issues in crypto, and spotlight intriguing opportunities with stocks such as Matterport and Voyager Therapeutics.
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September Jobs Report Impact
- The September jobs report reveals a worse-than-expected hiring situation, impacting various industries.
- This weakness might delay the Federal Reserve's tapering of the bond-buying stimulus program.
Facebook's Challenges
- Facebook's recent outages and internal document leaks present another PR challenge for the company.
- Despite this, their entrenched user base and advertisers' reliance on their platforms suggest the impact might be limited.
PepsiCo's Strong Quarter
- PepsiCo's Q3 results show organic growth across all segments, driven by popular snack brands and price increases.
- Despite supply chain issues, they raised full-year guidance, demonstrating pricing power and confidence in their outlook.