The Funderburk Brief — Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | Fed Day
In today's episode, John Funderburk breaks down the biggest morning of the week — Fed Day. Futures are flat as markets hold their breath ahead of two massive afternoon catalysts: the FOMC rate decision at 2 PM ET and Micron earnings after the close. John covers what to expect from the Fed's dot plot and Powell's press conference, why the political backdrop around the Fed adds complexity today, where Treasury yields stand heading in, and which movers including Macy's, Tesla, and General Mills are worth watching at the open. Five minutes. Everything that matters. Stay close to the tape today
16 Mar 2026
The Funderburk Brief — Monday, March 16, 2026
Good morning. In today's episode, John Funderburk breaks down everything you need to know before the opening bell on Monday, March 16th. Futures are pointing green after three straight weeks of losses driven by the Iran conflict and surging oil prices but the VIX at 27 says uncertainty isn't going anywhere. John covers index futures across the S&P, Nasdaq, and Dow; flags Micron and Tesla as names to watch at the open; breaks down this morning's February retail sales report and what it means for the consumer; and checks in on the bond market ahead of Wednesday's critical FOMC meeting and Powell press conference. Five minutes. Everything that matters. Ready before the bell.
14 Mar 2026
Red Friday: Oil, Iran, and a Market in Retreat
U.S. stocks closed lower for the fourth straight day as surging oil prices and the ongoing Iran conflict rattled Wall Street. We break down where the major indexes landed, who won, who lost, and what next week's Fed meeting could mean for your portfolio.
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