Wall Street will enter a critical stretch of the week next as investors prepare for an intense schedule. This includes big tech earnings, important economic data and central bank decisions.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq have just set new records, fueled by the excitement surrounding tech and AI advances.
There’s still a cautious tone, as rising volatility on the market and new tensions between US and EU trade keep nerves under control.
This week, investors will focus on the earnings of heavyweights such as Alphabet, Tesla and economic updates, along with the next move by the ECB. All these factors could set the direction for the next few weeks.
Wall Street Week ahead: 5 things to watch for
1. Alphabet, Tesla and other “Magnificent 7” tech giants report earnings this week.
These two companies are expected to contribute nearly half the estimated 5,6% growth in earnings for the S&P 500 this quarter.
The market could be pushed higher if either Alphabet, or Tesla, beats the other, particularly with the current tech rally causing investors to take a riskier approach.
2. Last week, the S&P 500 closed at new record highs on the back of the excitement surrounding AI and tech. There are some signs that caution is growing.
Wall Street’s fear index, the VIX, is starting to rise from its recent lows. This suggests that traders will be bracing themselves for more turmoil as we enter what is usually a rougher stretch of the calendar year.
3. This week, it’s not only the tech titans who are making news. Several major companies across a variety of sectors are expected to release their earnings, including Coca-Cola and Texas Instruments. IBM, AT&T and Honeywell are also scheduled to do so.
After a notable increase in activity, there’s a renewed buzz about bank mergers.
Investors will pay close attention on the call to the executives’ comments about the macro-environment, tariffs and the role AI plays in their strategies.
4. Leading indicators for June will set the tone before a busy week of information, which includes existing and new homes sales, PMI and durable goods orders.
All eyes on global markets will be focused on the European Central Bank rate decision, due to take place on Thursday. The tone of the announcement and any surprises could affect both the currency and equity market.
The tensions in trade between the US, EU and China are still a concern for the market. Talk of possible tariff increases ranging between 15% and 30% is adding to this uncertainty.
There is a deadline of July 31 for the deal. Until then, we’re playing a waiting-and-watching game. Investors could be rattled by any sign of an escalation.
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