Earnings Week: FedEx, Carnival Lead the Charge

Five major companies report this week. Markets will be watching closely.

Today and Tomorrow

Smith & Wesson Brands posts Q4 results after the close today. Kroger holds its earnings call tomorrow morning. The grocery giant carries short interest of 4.9% of free float. Norcros also holds its earnings call Wednesday.

Monday Through Tuesday

Alimentation Couche-Tard reports Q4 results Sunday evening. Babcock International holds its full-year call on Sunday night UK time.

The Big Names: Monday

Carnival Corporation drops Q2 figures Monday morning. The cruise giant is worth $42.7bn. Short interest sits at just 2.5% of free float. Investors will track consumer spending commentary closely.

The Headliner: Monday

FedEx reports Q4 after the close Monday. The $80bn logistics bellwether is a key read on global trade. Short sellers are largely absent — SI is just 1.6% of free float.

Later in the Week

KB Home posts Q2 results Monday. Shorts are elevated at 12.2% of free float. Housing demand signals will move the stock.

Paychex holds its Q4 call Tuesday. The payroll processor carries 6.3% short interest. Jobs market health will be the key theme.

No major IPOs are scheduled for the coming week.