Key Wealth Matters | Market Minutes Recap - Market Update (Perspectives on the retail sales report, the equities market, and the Fed)

In this week's Market Minutes recap, hear from our team of investment experts as they share their perspectives on the latest market and economic activity. Our panel shares detailed insights into the retail sales report, the equities market, and the Fed.

Speakers:

Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment Strategy

George Mateyo, Chief Investment Officer
Rajeev Sharma, Head of Fixed Income
Steve Hoedt, Head of Equities

01:24 – The retail sales report for March was reported at 0.7% and the report for February was revised from 0.6% to 0.9%

03:37 – As the market is experiencing a slight decline, we hear comments on what may be influencing this shift

07:42 – Comments about the geopolitical events that may be having an effect on the equities, gold, and oil markets

10:19 – Remarks about Fed Chair Powell’s comments made earlier in the week regarding taking a step-back on the anticipated rate cuts for the year; though the market initially expected 7 rate cuts, the Fed may only implement 1-2 rate cuts

13:05 – Final comments about keeping investments diversified

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