After a strong May, certain stocks on Wall Street are considered overbought and may experience a pullback, indicating a potential decline following recent market gains.
Consumer confidence in the US surged in May, marking the largest increase in four years, with widespread optimism across demographics, and a majority of Americans now believe the country is on the right track, reflecting positive economic impacts attributed to President Trump's policies.
The futures market is indicating that a rate cut by the Federal Reserve is expected in May, as investors anticipate a slowdown in economic growth and inflation.
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, showed its biggest monthly increase since May, indicating rising inflationary pressures. The PCE price index rose by 0.6% in November, surpassing expectations, driven by higher energy prices and supply chain disruptions. This data suggests that inflation remains a concern for the central bank as it continues to monitor economic conditions and consider its monetary policy approach.
Here are the lucky days of the week for each Zodiac sign as we head into the end of May and look toward June 2023: Aries (May 30), Taurus (June 2), Gemini (May 31), Cancer (May 29), Leo (June 4), Virgo (May 31), Libra (June 2), Scorpio (May 30), Sagittarius (June 1), Capricorn (June 3), Aquarius (June 3), and Pisces (June 2).
Michigan is expected to experience a rare May snowstorm, with some areas in Lower Michigan potentially receiving several inches of snow. The National Weather Service reports that the last time Michigan experienced accumulating snow in May was 29 years ago. The snow is expected to fall during the nighttime hours and will likely accumulate on the ground, but will quickly melt. Southern Michigan may only see a slight dusting of snow on the grass.
AAA has released helpful safety tips for bikers and drivers to ensure safety on the road during May, which is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The tips include checking blind spots, avoiding distractions, wearing proper gear, and being aware of weather conditions.
Metro Detroit will experience rain and snow showers in the coming days, with lows in the upper 30s and highs only reaching the mid to upper 40s. Wednesday will bring calmer weather with peeks of sunshine and highs in the lower to mid 50s. Temperatures will warm up towards the end of the week, with highs near 70 degrees on Sunday.
Historical trends suggest that May is not a great month for stocks, with the S&P 500 averaging a decline of 0.1% over the past 20 years. However, global markets have performed better in May, with the MSCI All-Country World Index averaging a gain of 0.5% over the same period. Despite the historical trends, investment experts advise against making investment decisions based solely on past performance and recommend focusing on long-term goals and diversification.