Monday Morning Must-Knows - March 9, 2026

Monday Morning Must-Knows by Trading Academy

March 9, 2026

War, Oil, and Inflation Could Shake the Stock Market This Week

Markets ended last week under pressure as geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices created uncertainty. The S&P 500 is approaching key technical levels, and traders are watching closely for potential volatility. This week, attention shifts to major economic reports, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Wednesday, and the Core PCE Price Index and Preliminary GDP data on Friday. These reports could influence inflation expectations, GDP outlook, and Fed policy, creating key trading opportunities.

In this episode of Monday Morning Must Knows, Merlin Rothfeld breaks down the earnings calendar with companies like Oracle, Alibaba, Adobe, Dollar General, Ulta Beauty, and Lennar. He also explains how the upcoming CPI, Core PCE, and GDP reports could impact sectors like tech, retail, and housing. Traders should watch these events for market-moving insights and potential volatility.

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