Key Market Events to Watch: Inflation, Earnings, and More

This week, investors will focus on key economic indicators and corporate earnings. The bond markets are closed Monday for Veterans Day, but stock markets remain open. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and other officials will provide economic insights, with Powell speaking on Thursday. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for October will be released Wednesday, offering a crucial inflation update. Corporate earnings reports from major companies like Home Depot, Cisco, and Walt Disney are also anticipated, alongside economic data on retail sales and wholesale inflation.