Next week’s events are shaping up to be pivotal for the U.S. economy, and by extension, the global economic landscape. We’re standing at a crossroads: the upcoming U.S. presidential election, the Federal Reserve’s meeting on November 7, and the release of the recent jobs report have each set the stage for crucial shifts in economic policy and market sentiment. As we peer into 2025, these three intertwined themes provide a window into where we’re headed, especially considering how factors like job growth, inflation, and energy prices are interacting with geopolitical uncertainties.