**Podcast Summary:**

In this episode of "The Morning Dose - Everything You Need to Know Before the Market Opens," traders brace for potential market impacts from the latest CPI data release and navigate through a landscape of earnings surprises and disappointments amidst heightened volatility.

**(00:00)** Intro: The episode sets the tone for a cautious trading day amid market uncertainties ahead of the CPI release.

**(00:28)** Traders' Mood Check: A recap of the market's red start and concerns over the inflation report driving trading sentiment.

**(01:03)** Inflation Jitters: Analyzing the potential repercussions of a strong CPI reading on market expectations and pricing.

**(01:35)** Earnings Boost: Highlighting standout performers in the semiconductor industry like Applied Materials and Arista Networks driving optimism.

**(02:10)** Airbnb's Resilience: Examining Airbnb's positive outlook despite a minor earnings miss, signaling strength in the travel sector.

**(02:38)** Sector Setbacks: Diving into the struggles faced by Pinterest and DraftKings post-earnings, showcasing the market's unforgiving stance on weak guidance.

**(03:11)** Trade Policy Talks: Discussing potential tariff rollbacks and their implications for industrial and manufacturing sectors.

**(03:36)** EV Market Update: Navigating contrasting trends in the electric vehicle industry with a spotlight on Rivian's remarkable performance.

**(04:02)** Technical Analysis: Providing insights into the S&P's consolidation phase and key levels to watch for potential market moves.

**(04:32)** Trading Strategies: Strategy recommendations ahead of market open based on CPI data outcomes and sector dynamics.

**(04:58)** Outro: Closing remarks, emphasizing risk management and readiness for market volatility.

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