Seven S&P 500 members, including Lennar and Darden Restaurants, reported Q3 results for August. Expectations for Q3 earnings growth for the S&P 500 index are +5.1% with +6% higher revenues. Tech and Finance sectors have seen positive earnings revisions, offsetting declines in other sectors. Tech sector expected to drive growth in Q3 earnings.

Costco and Accenture among companies reporting this week. Accenture expected to earn $2.98 per share, while Costco expected to earn $5.81 per share. Tech sector’s earnings and revenue growth expectations for Q3 have been trending higher.

Analysis shows Q3 earnings and revenue growth expectations for the S&P 500 index. Overall earnings picture on a calendar-year basis displayed. Earnings growth rates expected to be $257.80 for 2025 and $290.29 for 2026.

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