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Markets Log Weekly Gains As Import Prices, Retail Earnings, And Fed Policy Take Spotlight

1. S&P 500 gained 0.9% as small caps surged 3.1%. 2. Import Price Index unexpectedly rose, igniting inflation concerns. 3. Upcoming retail earnings could reveal Import Price impacts. 4. Fed minutes and Jackson Hole conference expected to influence rates. 5. Low volatility indicated by VIX closing over 15.

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Why Bullish?

The expected Fed rate cut and positive retail performance may support market growth, similar to 2019's rate cuts boosting the S&P 500.

How important is it?

The discussion of rate cuts and inflation could directly influence S&P 500 dynamics, particularly with upcoming retail earnings.

Why Short Term?

Recent earnings reports and Fed policy shifts could create immediate market reactions, akin to responses observed following quarterly earnings in previous years.

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