What to Watch in Markets This Week: Cyber Monday, Jobs Data & Big Tech Earnings

After a strong post‑Thanksgiving rally, U.S. markets are heading into a loaded week of economic data, holiday retail results and high‑profile earnings. Here’s what investors are watching: Consumers take center stage as Salesforce estimates online sales from Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday could reach $78 billion — a key signal of holiday demand. Alongside that, sentiment updates from the University of Michigan and fresh consumer‑credit data are due later in the week, while private‑sector payroll numbers via the ADP Research Institute will give an early look at November hiring trends. On the corporate front, earnings from major tech and software names — including Salesforce, CrowdStrike, Marvell Technology, MongoDB, and Pure Storage — could offer clues on demand for AI tools and enterprise software. Retailers like Dollar Tree and Dollar General will also report, potentially highlighting consumer‑spending patterns in a season increasingly shaped by discounts and economic pressure. Meanwhile, Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, is scheduled to speak Monday — fueling speculation that the Fed could cut rates soon, especially if labor and consumer data soften. All told, it’s a packed stretch that could define market sentiment as the year winds down. #markets #CyberMonday #techEarnings #economicData #SlimScan #GrowthStocks #CANSLIM