Markets Week Ahead
This page shows week ahead market events impacting both US and UK financial markets.
US Markets Week Ahead
The following key government and central bank announcements, economic indicators, and corporate releases are likely to affect US equities and stock indices in the week ahead: Unchanged: The following key government and central bank announcements, economic indicators, and corporate releases are likely to affect US equities and stock indices in the week ahead:
Earnings Calendar – US
Wednesday February 19 2025
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:30 PM | US | Building Permits Prel JAN | 1.482M | 1.47M | |
| 01:30 PM | US | Housing Starts JAN | 1.499M | 1.35M | |
| 07:00 PM | US | FOMC Minutes |
Friday February 21 2025
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 PM | US | Existing Home Sales JAN | 4.24M | 4.16M |
Earnings Calendar
| Date | Name | Consensus | Previous | Consensus | Previous | Market Cap | Fiscal | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday Feb 18 | Arista Networks ANET | 2.26 | 2.08 | 1.9B | 1.54B | $141.81B | Q4 | AM |
| Tuesday Feb 18 | Cadence Design Systems CDNS | 1.82 | 1.38 | 1.35B | 1.07B | $80.57B | Q4 | AM |
| Tuesday Feb 18 | Occidental Petroleum OXY | 0.7347 | 0.74 | 6.94B | 7.17B | $43.28B | Q4 | PM |
| Tuesday Feb 18 | Vulcan Materials VMC | 1.78 | 1.46 | 1.82B | 1.83B | $34.41B | Q4 | PM |
| Wednesday Feb 19 | Analog Devices ADI | 1.55 | 1.73 | 2.34B | 2.51B | $100.51B | Q1 | PM |
| Wednesday Feb 19 | Synopsys SNPS | 2.79 | 3.56 | 1.45B | 1.65B | $77.84B | Q1 | AM |
| Wednesday Feb 19 | Copart CPRT | 0.37 | 0.33 | 1.13B | 1.02B | $56.14B | Q2 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Walmart WMT | 0.64 | 1.80 | 179.8B | 173.4B | $830.78B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Booking Holdings BKNG | 36.09 | 32.00 | 5.19B | 4.8B | $162.09B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Intuit INTU | 3.25 | 2.63 | 3.83B | 3.4B | $160.78B | Q2 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Southern SO | 0.5272 | 0.64 | 6.31B | 6.05B | $93.01B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | EOG Resources EOG | 2.57 | 3.07 | 5.87B | 6.36B | $74.61B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Newmont Mining NEM | 1.06 | 0.50 | 5.16B | 4B | $52.61B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Cheniere Energy LNG | 2.72 | 5.76 | 4.12B | 4.82B | $51.19B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Block SQ | 0.8604 | 0.55 | 6.24B | 5.62B | $50.58B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Targa Resources TRGP | 1.88 | 1.43 | 4.41B | 4.24B | $45.21B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Keurig Dr Pepper KDP | 0.5745 | 0.55 | 4.02B | 3.87B | $43.81B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Quanta Services PWR | 2.62 | 2.04 | 6.61B | 5.78B | $43.05B | Q4 | PM |
| Friday Feb 21 | Constellation Energy CEG | 2 | 1.74 | 5.48B | 5.8B | $97.32B | Q4 | PM |
FTSE Week Ahead
Movements in the FTSE 100 Index, a key indicator of the UK’s stock market performance, will likely respond to the following developments and corporate news. This section provides a detailed analysis of what is likely to affect the FTSE. Check back regularly to see which events will influence movements in the FTSE in the week ahead.
Earnings Calendar – UK
Tuesday February 18 2025
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | UK | Unemployment Rate DEC | 4.4% | 4.4% |
Wednesday February 19 2025
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | UK | Inflation Rate YoY JAN | 2.5% |
Friday February 21 2025
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | UK | Gfk Consumer Confidence FEB | |||
| 07:00 AM | UK | Retail Sales MoM JAN | -0.3% | ||
| 09:30 AM | UK | S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash FEB | 48.3 | 47.5 | |
| 09:30 AM | UK | S&P Global Services PMI Flash FEB | 50.8 |
Earnings Calendar
| Date | Name | Consensus | Previous | Consensus | Previous | Market Cap | Fiscal | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday Feb 19 | BAE Systems BA | 0.3684 | 0.331 | 13,784M | 12.081B | $45.09B | H2 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Lloyds Banking LLOY | 0.0133 | 0.02 | 4.48B | 4.23B | $50.2B | Q4 | |
| Thursday Feb 20 | Anglo American AAL | 1.09 | 0.87 | 15,761M | 15.9B | $40.36B | H2 | AM |
Why is it important to keep up with the week ahead?
In the ever-changing landscape of financial markets, staying abreast of upcoming events and trends is not just beneficial—it’s essential. This section outlines why keeping informed about the week ahead is crucial for anyone engaged in the financial markets, whether they are seasoned investors, traders, or market enthusiasts.
1. Anticipating Market Movements
Understanding: being aware of potential market movements before they happen gives investors a significant advantage.
Proactive vs. reactive: being informed about upcoming events allows for proactive strategy adjustments, rather than reactive moves in response to unexpected market changes.
Risk mitigation: knowledge of potential market-moving events helps in implementing risk management strategies, potentially reducing losses and capitalising on volatility.
2. Strategic Investment Decisions
Informed decisions are usually always better decisions:
Sector-specific impacts: different sectors react uniquely to various economic indicators and corporate news. By understanding the week ahead, investors can tailor their exposure to sectors likely to experience significant movement up or down.
Long-term vs short-term strategies: depending on the week’s outlook, investors might shift between long-term holdings and short-term trades to optimise returns; or look to hedge positions or take a more speculative approach with options.
3. Leveraging Economic Indicators
Economic reports and indicators are a goldmine of insightful data:
Predicting economic trends: indicators like GDP growth, employment data, and consumer spending can help predict broader economic trends influencing market direction.
Central bank policies: anticipating central bank decisions can be crucial, as these can dramatically affect currency values, interest rates, and overall market sentiment.
Conclusion: The Power of Information
In conclusion, understanding the week ahead is critical for anyone involved in financial markets. It enables better preparation, informed decision-making, and strategic planning; helping to navigate market complexities with greater confidence and insight.
Stay Ahead of the Curve
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