Key Market Events to Monitor Next Week
August 16, 2025 - 07:23
Investors should brace themselves for a week filled with significant market events starting Monday, August 18. A series of crucial earnings reports will be released, with major retailers taking center stage. Home Depot will kick off the earnings season on Tuesday, followed by Lowe's and Target on Wednesday. Thursday will see reports from Walmart and Alibaba, providing valuable insights into consumer spending trends and retail performance.
In addition to corporate earnings, the Homebuilder Confidence Index for August will be unveiled on Monday morning. This index is a vital indicator of the housing market's health and can influence economic forecasts.
Furthermore, the Federal Reserve is set to release the minutes from its July Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Wednesday at 2 p.m. These minutes will offer investors a glimpse into the central bank's thoughts on monetary policy and economic conditions. Overall, this week promises to deliver essential information that could shape market dynamics in the near future.
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