From Nasdaq: 2025-02-26 18:23:00

The latest earnings reports show a positive trend, with 456 S&P 500 companies reporting a +13.6% increase in earnings and +5.5% higher revenues. Retail sector companies are now in focus, with 95.3% reporting a +32.3% earnings increase. Walmart and Home Depot both released solid results, with differing market reactions.

The Tech sector continues to drive growth, with expectations of a +24.6% earnings increase in Q4. However, recent data shows a shift in earnings estimates for 2025, with revisions trending downward. The overall earnings picture for 2025 shows double-digit growth in most sectors, with the Tech sector facing pressure.

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