KEYTAKEAWAYS
- Trump’s meeting with tech CEOs will address trade policies, tariffs, and AI export restrictions, impacting the U.S. technology industry and global supply chains.
- The U.S. government faces a potential shutdown on March 15 if Congress and the Trump administration fail to reach a funding agreement.
- February CPI and PPI data will influence the Federal Reserve’s March 18-19 meeting, determining the next steps for interest rates and inflation control.
CONTENT
WEEKLY NEWS OVERVIEW
March 10, 2025 (Monday) (GMT -4, Eastern Time)
- Trump meets with tech company executives
March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
- U.S. JOLTS Job Openings (Jan)
- Major U.S. Bitcoin policy announcement
- First U.S.-Ukraine meeting held in Saudi Arabia
March 12, 2025 (Wednesday)
- U.S. Core CPI (Feb)
- U.S. CPI (Feb)
- U.S. Unadjusted CPI YoY (Feb)
- U.S. Weekly EIA Crude Oil Inventory Change
March 13, 2025 (Thursday)
- U.S. Initial Jobless Claims
- U.S. PPI (Feb)
- Aptos (APT) unlock: 11.31 million tokens ($63.22M, 1.92% of supply)
March 14, 2025 (Friday)
- Polyhedra Network (ZKJ) unlock: 17.22 million tokens ($35.48M, 28.52% of supply)
March 15, 2025 (Saturday)
- U.S. government funding agreement set to expire
- Starknet (STRK) unlock: 64 million tokens ($10M, 2.33% of supply)
- Connex (CONX) unlock: 4.33 million tokens ($73.48M, 376.3% of supply)
- Onyxcoin (XCN) unlock: 296 million tokens ($3.63M, 0.9% of supply)
- Sei (SEI) unlock: 55.56 million tokens ($11.18M, 1.19% of supply)
March 16, 2025 (Sunday)
- Arbitrum (ARB) unlock: 92.65 million tokens ($32.6M, 2.1% of supply)
KEY EVENTS TO WATCH THIS WEEK
1.TRUMP MEETS WITH U.S. TECH LEADERS
According to reports, Trump will meet with the leaders of major U.S. tech companies on Monday, including the CEOs of HP, Intel, IBM, and Qualcomm. These companies are currently facing threats from rising import tariffs and stricter export regulations, which could disrupt their existing business models.
An HP spokesperson confirmed the meeting, stating, “Trade policy and U.S. manufacturing will be the leadership team’s top priorities.”
Recently, multiple policy changes from the White House have been shaking the foundation of the computer hardware industry. Proposed tariff policies could increase production costs for tech companies and disrupt global supply chains.
At the same time, these companies are eager to understand the details of export restrictions on AI data centers, as such facilities are being rapidly deployed worldwide.
2.U.S. GOVERNMENT FUNDING DEADLINE APPROACHES
Current U.S. government funding is set to expire at 12:01 AM on March 15. If Congress and the Trump administration fail to reach an agreement before then, a government shutdown will occur—an outcome widely expected by the market.
Several factors are increasing the risk of a shutdown: the narrow party margins in Congress, internal divisions among Republican lawmakers, a lack of motivation from Democrats to resolve the issue, and the Trump administration’s strong stance on shutting down inefficient government agencies.
In the past, government shutdowns have been short and had limited economic impact. However, this time, 12 regular funding bills remain unsigned, making the consequences potentially severe. With only two weeks left before the first quarter ends, there will be little time to recover any losses.
3. FEBRUARY U.S. CPI TO DETERMINE NEXT FED DECISION
According to a Bloomberg survey, the February core Consumer Price Index (CPI), set to be released on Wednesday, is expected to rise 0.3% month-over-month, slightly lower than January’s 0.4% increase. However, the annual growth rate is still at 3.2%, down from the previous 3.3%.
This data will directly impact the Federal Reserve’s March 18-19 interest rate decision. The Fed is currently in its pre-meeting blackout period, with officials signaling patience in waiting for further inflation cooling. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has emphasized that “substantial progress” is needed before considering any rate adjustments.
Following CPI, the February core Producer Price Index (PPI), scheduled for Thursday, is expected to show a 3.5% year-over-year increase, slightly lower than January’s 3.6%. On Friday, the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Report is expected to show further declines, particularly in inflation expectations, providing additional insights into consumer behavior for the Fed.
LOOKING AHEAD
This week brings a series of critical developments across politics, economics, and financial markets. Trump’s meeting with tech executives could shape future trade policies, while the looming government funding deadline raises uncertainty about potential disruptions. Meanwhile, inflation data will be a key factor in determining the Federal Reserve’s next steps on interest rates.
With so many pivotal events unfolding, investors and policymakers alike will be closely monitoring these developments. The outcomes of these discussions and economic reports will likely influence market sentiment and decision-making in the weeks ahead. Stay informed and prepared for potential market shifts.
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