Raymond James
May 28, 2026
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Daily UpdateCommoditiesEquitiesMacro Economic IndicatorsConsumer DiscretionaryEnergy
Raymond James analyzes key indicators including 1Q26 GDP revisions, mixed retail earnings, and China's tech-led industrial surge. The report highlights seasonal strength in municipal bonds and sticky gasoline prices despite falling crude oil.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The second estimate of 1Q26 GDP is expected to hold at 2.0%, but revisions regarding consumer spending and defense outlays will be critical for assessing 2Q growth acceleration.
- 2.China's industrial profitability surged 24.7% in April, driven largely by the technology and electronics sectors, reinforcing a preference for EM Asia equities.
- 3.Municipal bonds are entering a seasonally strong period with reinvestment flows expected to peak in June at approximately $51 billion.
Table of Contents
- 1Q26 GDP Second Estimate At 8:30 AM ET: Focus On Potential Revisions
- Another Busy Week Of Retailer Earnings Paints A Mixed Picture Of Consumer Spending
- Tech Strength Propels Expansion In China's Industrial Profitability
- Munis Hold Ground At The Start Of A Seasonally Strong Period
- With Summer Travel Season Underway, When Can Drivers Expect Relief At The Pump?
- Disclosures
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Authors
Larry Adam
Securities
S&P 500WTI CrudeDick's Sporting GoodsAbercrombie & Fitch
Themes
Consumer Resilience vs. Cost PressuresFixed Income SeasonalityTechnological Growth in Emerging Markets
Regions
North AmericaAsia PacificMiddle EastUnited StatesChinaIran
