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The “Magnificent Seven” tech giants are in the spotlight this week, with Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Amazon, and Apple all set to report earnings. Investors are particularly focused on AI spending as a key driver of growth for these companies. Yung-Yu Ma, Chief Investment Officer at BMO Wealth Management, highlighted the importance of continued AI investment and how any signals of reduced spending could impact market sentiment.
Alphabet’s earnings on Tuesday will offer insights into AI’s role in search and advertising, potentially boosting tech sector optimism. Microsoft’s Wednesday report is expected to showcase growth in AI-powered cloud services, while Meta’s earnings could reveal new monetization strategies for its AI products, including the innovative Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses.
In addition to earnings reports, key economic data releases this week could shape Federal Reserve policy expectations. The September PCE price index, third-quarter GDP, and October’s jobs report will all be closely monitored. Analysts are forecasting moderate inflation with a 0.3% rise in core PCE prices, while Q3 GDP is expected to show 3% growth in line with the Fed’s goals for a “soft landing.” The October jobs report may reflect slowing job growth, potentially easing concerns about inflation tied to wage pressures.
As traders assess the likelihood of the Fed holding rates steady in November, current market projections indicate a 96% probability of no rate hike. Stay tuned for updates on these crucial economic indicators and how they could impact your investment decisions.
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