Wall Street ended higher as oil prices retreated and strong consumer price data reinforced expectations the Fed will raise interest rates next week to fight inflation. More here: https://t.co/ocwjKukc9H https://t.co/EbYLn1OtQn
Why now
Thesis: Strong CPI reinforces rate-hike expectations, pressuring equity valuations.
Catalyst to watch: Fed rate decision next week.
Main risk: Higher discount rates weigh on stock valuations.
Why it matters
Strong CPI reinforcing rate-hike expectations raises discount rates and pressures equity valuations, even if stocks closed higher on the day.
Details
Wall Street ended higher as oil prices retreated and strong consumer price data reinforced expectations the Fed will raise interest rates next week to fight inflation. More here: https://t.co/ocwjKukc9H https://t.co/EbYLn1OtQn
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