Now I have solid data to build the article. Let me compile the most notable confirmed earnings events across the week.

Earnings Heavy Week Kicks Off

Over 1,800 companies report this week. The calendar is packed from Monday through Friday.

Today — Monday, May 4, Loews Corporation and CNA Financial kick things off on the NYSE. Corebridge Financial also releases results after the close. BioMarin Pharmaceutical holds its earnings call tonight.

Tuesday, May 5 brings Alkermes before the open. The pharma firm has faced pressure from short sellers in recent months.

Wednesday, May 6 is the week's busiest day. Cencora — the $59bn drug distributor — reports before the bell. Albemarle and BorgWarner both release results mid-week. Metals and auto parts investors will be watching closely. Akamai Technologies holds its call after the close.

Thursday, May 7 features Bentley Systems, Vericel, and media group E.W. Scripps.

Friday, May 8 closes the week with Sony Group reporting in Tokyo. Wendy's holds its call that morning stateside.

No major IPOs are confirmed in the next seven days.