From Nasdaq: 2025-05-29 04:56:00

Total Q1 earnings for the 477 S&P 500 members that have reported results are up +11.4% from the same period last year on +4.4% higher revenues. Q2 earnings estimates for 15 of the 16 Zacks sectors are down, with the Tech sector’s estimates stabilizing recently. Retail sector earnings are struggling, with margin pressures affecting growth.

The Retail sector is facing challenges with earnings growth heavily reliant on Amazon. Q2 earnings for the S&P 500 index are expected to increase by +5.5% from the same period last year on +3.8% higher revenues. Estimates have been adjusted lower for most sectors, with Aerospace being the only sector with positive revisions.

While Q2 earnings estimates have been lowered, estimates for the next two years remain stable for now. Stocks have recovered from tariff-related losses, but macro uncertainty continues to impact earnings estimates. Tech sector earnings are expected to increase in Q2, contributing significantly to overall S&P 500 earnings.

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