Economic indicators

The markets are pricing in a 25 basis point Fed rate cut in July, as Thursday’s indicators showed continued manufacturing weakness.

While the markets are pricing in two or three interest rate cuts this year, doubters remain.

Business activity in New York contracted in June, as tariffs and a slight softening in the labor market took a toll on conditions.

Consumers put a crimp in expectations for rate cuts this year.

Further increases in weekly jobless claims would bolster the case for lower interest rates.

Next week's Summary of Economic Projections will be watched closely.

With no surprises in the producer price index, the Federal Reserve will have flexibility on rates.

The municipal bond market watched and waited on Monday as President Trump lamented his lack of control over monetary policy as data show the economy humming along.

Bonds rallied as market observers gauged whether Friday’s weak employment report will spur the Federal Reserve to cut rates.

The standoff continues as the Fed won't talk rate cuts and the market continues to expect more.