Stocks Rise Ahead of Key Inflation Data and Apple Event This Week

Consumer price index (CPI) data for August is the main focus this week ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy meeting.
Apple is hosting an event on Tuesday expected to unveil the new iPhone 15 and other devices.
Energy commodity prices like crude oil and fuel futures rebounded Monday after starting slow overnight.
Technology stocks led the market higher Monday as traders prepared for a busy week of data releases.
U.S. stock futures rose Monday, with investors looking ahead to inflation numbers and other economic indicators this week.

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9/10/2023

Key Events This Week: Inflation Data, New iPhones, Earnings, and Central Bank Decisions

The main event to watch this week is the latest inflation data, which will precede the Federal Reserve's September policy meeting.

9/11/2023

Inflation Pressures Mount as Oil Prices Surge, Raising Prospect of More Fed Rate Hikes

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9/12/2023

US Inflation Forecast to Rise in August While Core CPI Falls; Impact on Fed Policy and Bitcoin Price

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9/26/2023

iPhone 15 Launch Offers Clues on Consumer Spending and Apple's Prospects Amid Economic Uncertainty

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10/8/2023

Key Economic Data and Bank Earnings to Shed Light on Inflation, Rates, and Growth

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10/9/2023

Inflation, Earnings, and Grocery Sales in Focus with New Data and Corporate Reports On Tap

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