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Consumer Sentiment Wanes, Boosting Rate Cut Hopes<\/h2>\n

On March 14, the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers drew interest amid speculation about a US recession. The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index<\/a> fell to 57.9 in March, down from 64.7 in February, signaling a possible pullback in consumer spending. A slowdown in consumer spending, which accounts for over 60% of GDP, could raise bets on multiple Fed rate cuts.<\/p>\n

However, inflation expectations may complicate the Fed\u2019s policy outlook. The Michigan Inflation Expectations Index climbed to 4.9% in March, up from 4.3% in February.<\/p>\n

The CME FedWatch Tool reflected a jump in expectations for a Fed rate cut in June. The probability of a June rate cut increased from 77.1% on March 14 to 83% on March 17.<\/p>\n

Asian Market Implications<\/strong>: Friday\u2019s US market relief rally set the tone for the Monday, March 17 session<\/p>\n

China\u2019s Economic Indicators Show Mixed Signals<\/h2>\n

On March 17, China\u2019s economy<\/a> remained in focus, with housing data, retail sales, industrial production, and unemployment figures drawing interest. Key stats included:<\/p>\n