Monday Morning Must-Knows - March 30, 2026

Monday Morning Must-Knows by Trading Academy

March 30, 2026

S&P 500 Down 7% - This Week (What Traders Must Know)

Markets are showing increasing signs of pressure as the S&P 500 pulls back and breaks below key demand levels after a prolonged period of strength. For months, the market has been overextended, and recent price action suggests a shift toward caution, with traders increasingly positioning defensively amid rising uncertainty.

This week, attention turns to several key catalysts that could drive volatility. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to speak at Harvard shortly after the market opens on Monday, an event that could quickly influence sentiment depending on his remarks. At the same time, a full slate of jobs data including JOLTS, ADP employment, unemployment claims, and Non-Farm Payrolls will provide critical insight into labor market conditions. Retail sales will also be closely watched as an indicator of consumer demand, while a shortened trading week adds to the potential for sharper market moves.

In this episode of Monday Morning Must Knows, Merlin Rothfeld breaks down current market conditions, key earnings reports, and the major economic events traders should be watching this week.

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