Key Economic Data and Earnings Reports to Watch This Week
The U.S. economic calendar accelerates with delayed November jobs data and CPI figures landing alongside earnings from Micron, Nike, and FedEx. These releases will test market sentiment after the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut signaled concerns about labor market softness.
Micron's Wednesday earnings arrive as its shares ride a 200% year-to-date surge fueled by AI-related chip demand. Nike's Thursday report will reveal whether the sportswear giant's turnaround can withstand tariff pressures, while FedEx's results may show if it's hitting ambitious revenue targets amid trade headwinds.
Federal Reserve speakers Stephen Miran and Christopher Waller will be scrutinized for policy clues, particularly after last week's dovish pivot. The convergence of macro data and corporate results creates a high-stakes week for markets.
