Craig Hemke - Previewing Fed Meeting, PCE Data, Newmont Earnings

Craig Hemke - Previewing Fed Meeting, PCE Data, Newmont Earnings

July 20, 2026 · 21 min · Episode 3521

About this episode

Craig Hemke discusses the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, PCE data, and the precious metals market amidst geopolitical tensions.

In today’s Daily Editorial, we sit down with Craig Hemke, Founder and Editor of TF Metals Report. Craig breaks down the quiet start to the trading week amidst broader geopolitical tension, steadying US Dollar strength, and key upcoming macroeconomic catalysts. We explore expectations surrounding the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, projected interest rate movements, and incoming PCE inflation data. Additionally, we analyze the precious metals space, focusing on earnings expectations, valuation disparities, and market sentiment surrounding major producers like Newmont and Agnico Eagle Mines. Key Discussion Points Summer Trading Dynamics & Geopolitics: Exploring the market’s muted reaction to global conflict headlines, crude oil price fluctuations, and key technical levels in the US Dollar index. Fed Quiet Period & Rate Outlook: Analyzing market expectations for the upcoming Federal Reserve policy meeting, potential rate hike scenarios, and the timing of a potential policy pivot. Inflation Trends & PCE Preview: Evaluating incoming PCE data and how energy costs impact broad economic forecasts. Precious Metals & Mining Earnings Sector Preview: Unpacking cost…

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