More Tariffs Ahead: This Week's Market Forecast…

This Week's Earnings Calendar

All eyes are on the Federal Reserve next week as it prepares to announce its second interest rate decision of the year. Markets widely expect the Fed to hold rates steady, but investors will closely analyze the updated dot plot and Chairman Jerome Powell's press conference for insights into future policy moves.

Market sentiment remains fragile, weighed down by ongoing uncertainty surrounding trade policy and global economic growth concerns. Traders will be watching the Fed's economic projections carefully to gauge whether shifting inflation and growth expectations have altered the central bank's rate outlook. Powell's comments on monetary policy and economic risks will be key market-moving events.

Investors will also be keeping an eye on key earnings reports, with major players across various sectors set to release results. Two notable names on the docket this week are Nike (NKE) and FedEx (FDX), both considered barometers of consumer demand and global economic health.

• Monday, March 17 – Science Applications International (SAIC), FinVolution (FINV)
• Tuesday, March 18 – KE Holdings (BEKE), XPeng (XPEV), Tencent Music (TME), ZTO Express (ZTO), HealthEquity (HQY)
• Wednesday, March 19 – General Mills (GIS), GDS Holdings (GDS), Ollie's Bargain Outlet (OLLI), Sportradar (SRAD), Five Below (FIVE)
• Thursday, March 20 – Accenture (ACN), Nike (NKE), Micron Technology (MU), FedEx (FDX), Darden Restaurants (DRI)

Beyond the Fed decision, REITs and homebuilders will be in focus as fresh housing market data is released. Reports on housing starts, builder sentiment, and existing home sales will provide insights into the real estate sector, which has recently shown resilience amid declining mortgage rates.

Lennar (LEN), one of the largest U.S. homebuilders, reports earnings on Thursday, offering a real-time look at conditions in the $50T U.S. housing market. With mortgage rates hitting their lowest levels since October 2024, investors will be watching for any signs of a housing market rebound.

With a jam-packed week of market catalysts ahead, expect volatility to remain elevated. As always, staying focused on the bigger picture and long-term trends will be key to navigating the week ahead.

My advice? Focus on the positive and keep an optimistic outlook.

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