Jobs and Earnings Reports to Influence Market Outlook in Early May
The first full week of May will focus on jobs and earnings reports, with expectations of a weaker-than-previous jobs report. A 'goldilocks' report could ease concerns about a weakening U.S. economy, though the Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut rates soon. The 'Sell in May' market pattern also raises concerns for investors.
Topics: economic outlook Federal Reserve interest rates jobs report labor market market seasonality