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Your daily horoscope: December 5, 2024

  HOROSCOPES IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY Friends and colleagues will look to you for guidance this year and you must be ready and willing to give it to them. You may not think of yourself as a leader or a guru but others can sense you know things that they do not – and they’re right. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Start off slow today and allow events to carry you along at their own natural speed. As the first sign of he zodiac you have a tendency to want to be ahead of everyone else but sometimes, as now, it makes sense to pace yourself. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): There is a lot going on behind the scenes at the moment but there is no reason to believe that any of it will be bad for you. The message of the stars is to stay sharp but not to the extent that you are constantly on edge. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): It may be hard to decide what you should be doing while Mercury is moving through its retrograde phase but why do you feel you have to make that decision? Cosmic activity in you...

Stock Market Today: US Futures Steady Ahead of Pivotal Week on Wall Street

 Certainly! Here’s a brief article on today’s stock market activity and what lies ahead on Wall Street:


                

US stock futures remained relatively unchanged on Monday as investors braced themselves for a critical week marked by key economic data releases and pivotal events. Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening:

1. Federal Reserve Decision and Inflation Data Awaited

Investors are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and May’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation reading, both scheduled for Wednesday. These reports will provide crucial insights into the state of the economy and may impact market sentiment.

2. Nvidia’s Stock Split and Apple’s Developer Conference

Today, all eyes are on Nvidia (NVDA) as it undergoes a 10-for-1 stock split. Retail buyers are expected to flood in, potentially causing volatility. Meanwhile, Apple’s highly anticipated developers conference kicks off, where CEO Tim Cook is expected to unveil the company’s AI initiatives to catch up with rivals.

3. European Political Upsets Add to Uncertainty

France’s President Macron called a snap national election after a far-right trouncing in Sunday’s EU-wide vote. Germany’s leader also suffered a crushing defeat. Investors are keeping a watchful eye on potential fallout from these political developments.

4. Market Expectations and Outlook

Trader expectations for a rate cut in September have decreased, while those for November have risen. The Fed’s next rate decision will be closely watched. Despite signs of strength in the labor market, bets remain that interest rates will stay at a two-decade high for longer.

Conclusion

As Wall Street gears up for a pivotal week, the stock market remains in a delicate balance. Investors should stay informed and prepared for potential market-moving events.


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