Stock-market bulls face inflation test this week, but trade talks may set the tone

From Yahoo Finance.: 2025-05-11 17:23:00

Investors are on edge as trade talks and tariff uncertainty dominate the market. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized uncertainty in a news conference after holding interest rates steady. Inflation data, like the upcoming April consumer-price index report, could sway the market. Some investors worry that trade talks won’t alleviate recession concerns. Stocks have yo-yoed as Trump’s tariff plans shift, leaving investors cautious. The economic calendar includes reports on retail sales, industrial production, and home-builder confidence, offering more insight into the market’s direction.



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