Look Ahead: Retail Sales, FMOC, NBA Finals

Summary

A light preview of the week ahead including retail sales data, the FOMC meeting with new Chair Kevin Warsh, a survey showing economists expect rates to remain steady through 2026, and banter about the NBA Finals watch party and World Cup.

• Upcoming US retail sales data release.
• FOMC meeting and first press conference for Chair Kevin Warsh.
• Economists surveyed by Bloomberg expect rates to stay steady throughout 2026.
• NBA Finals game could bring $263 million in economic activity if it returns to New York.
• Weekend World Cup match between the US and Paraguay.
• Mention of 20% service charge added for dining out.