Click to get this free report NASDAQ-100 SHRS (QQQ): ETF Research Reports SPDR-SP 500 TR (SPY): ETF Research Reports SPDR-DJ IND AVG (DIA): ETF Research Reports To read this article on Zacks.com click here. The energy patch continues to weigh on prices and appears that it will persist in making the Fed's 2% inflation target a further distant goal. Not only will these measures give the FOMC guidance about their big decision next month, but most economists and strategists are carefully watching this component of the economy for possible early warning signs of recession.