Decision-Day Guide: Fed Meets for 1st Time Since Election

The video discusses market trends in anticipation of Fed actions, focusing on employment and wage growth. It analyzes the Fed's full employment estimates and the implications of recent jobs reports. The discussion extends to economic projections, expected rate hikes, and their impact on the housing market and mortgage rates. The video highlights the importance of employment and wage growth trends, Fed's estimates, and the potential effects of rate changes on financial conditions.

What are the implications of the recent jobs report on the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting?

How does the employment rate among the 35 to 44 age demographic relate to wage growth?

What factors contributed to the increase in the Goldman Sachs U.S. Economic Surprise Index?

Discuss the relationship between rising mortgage rates and mortgage applications post-election.

What potential impacts could tighter financial conditions have on the housing market?