Chair Powell speaks today, Monday, at 9:30 am EST. Tomorrow, Tuesday, JOLTS at 9:00 am provides labor context. In 2 days, Wednesday, features high-impact ADP, Retail Sales, and ISM Manufacturing starting at 7:15 am. In 4 days, Friday, brings critical Nonfarm Payrolls at 7:30 am and ISM Services at 9:00 am. Traders should monitor wage growth and tighten stops. Expect high volatility as markets gauge labor strength and Fed policy shifts.
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