Now I have solid data. Let me identify the key events by date:
A heavy slate of corporate results hits this week. Consumers, homebuilders, and industrials all take the spotlight.
Today (May 14), StoneCo kicks off proceedings. The Brazilian fintech reports Q1 results with investors watching for signs of margin recovery. Credicorp also posts Q1 numbers today.
Tuesday (May 19) brings the week's first major test. Home Depot reports Q1 results ahead of the open. Tariff pressures on imports have clouded the outlook for home improvement retailers. Toll Brothers also reports. Housing demand remains the key question for the luxury homebuilder.
Wednesday (May 20) is the busiest day. Target and Lowe's both report before the bell. Both retailers face margin pressure from tariffs and softer consumer spending. TJX Companies also posts results. The off-price retailer has outperformed peers recently. V.F. Corporation rounds out the day. The struggling apparel group faces scrutiny over its turnaround plan.
Thursday (May 21) closes the week strongly. Deere & Company reports Q2 results. Farm equipment demand has softened amid trade uncertainty. Ralph Lauren posts Q4 numbers. The luxury fashion brand has held up better than most in the sector. Across the Atlantic, BT Group reports full-year results. UK telecoms investors will focus on fibre rollout progress.
No significant IPOs are on the calendar this week.
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