Stocks Steady Near Records, Housing Data Beats Forecasts Ahead of Holiday Week
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U.S. stocks approach all-time highs but lack fresh catalysts to extend the rally after Bank of Japan keeps rates unchanged as expected
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November housing starts data tops forecasts, but volume could thin out this week with lighter trading around holidays
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Focus remains on FedEx earnings tonight for updates on cost-cutting efforts and market share battle
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Everything builds up to Friday’s PCE prices report, the Fed’s preferred inflation indicator
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Early futures trading pegs 90% chance of Fed holding rates steady in January, but sees cuts possible by March