The Week Ahead: Core PCE, Payrolls and Fed Speakers Put Stocks to the Test

What this means for your job search: Expect a potentially tighter tech job market and more cautious hiring decisions if economic data signals continued rate hikes. Focus on demonstrating how you can directly contribute to profitability, efficiency, or critical projects to stand out. Core PCE and payrolls lead the calendar as 22 Fed appearances, Nike and Progress Software earnings test rate-hike expectations and support across major indexes.