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:
US News
Wednesday February 18 2026
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:30 PM | US | Building Permits Prel NOV | 1.411M | 1.36M | |
| 01:30 PM | US | Building Permits Prel DEC | 1.31M | ||
| 01:30 PM | US | Durable Goods Orders MoM DEC | 5.3% | -3.4% | |
| 01:30 PM | US | Housing Starts NOV | 1.246M | 1.27M | |
| 01:30 PM | US | Housing Starts DEC | 1.29M | ||
| 07:00 PM | US | FOMC Minutes |
Friday February 20 2026
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:30 PM | US | Core PCE Price Index MoM | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Earnings Calendar
| Date | Name | Consensus | Previous | Consensus | Previous | Market Cap | Fiscal | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday Feb 17 | Palo Alto Networks PANW | 0.94 | 0.81 | 2.58B | 2.26B | $119.42B | Q2 | PM |
| Tuesday Feb 17 | Cadence Design Systems CDNS | 1.91 | 1.88 | 1.42B | 1.36B | $91.03B | Q4 | PM |
| Tuesday Feb 17 | Republic Services RSG | 1.62 | 1.58 | 4.21B | 4.05B | $66.04B | Q4 | PM |
| Tuesday Feb 17 | Vulcan Materials VMC | 2.16 | 2.17 | 1.96B | 1.85B | $38.36B | Q4 | AM |
| Wednesday Feb 18 | Booking Holdings BKNG | 48.06 | 41.55 | 6.12B | 5.47B | $167.16B | Q4 | PM |
| Wednesday Feb 18 | Analog Devices ADI | 2.29 | 1.63 | 3.09B | 2.42B | $132.24B | Q1 | AM |
| Wednesday Feb 18 | DoorDash DASH | 0.59 | 0.33 | 3.98B | 2.87B | $116.19B | Q4 | PM |
| Wednesday Feb 18 | Moody's MCO | 3.34 | 2.62 | 1.84B | 1.67B | $94.28B | Q4 | AM |
| Wednesday Feb 18 | Occidental Petroleum OXY | 0.35 | 0.80 | 6.29B | 6.84B | $39.72B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Walmart WMT | 0.72 | 0.66 | 190.41B | 180.55B | $846.9B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Newmont Mining NEM | 1.88 | 1.40 | 6.08B | 5.65B | $149.65B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Deere & Company DE | 2.02 | 3.19 | 7.54B | 8.51B | $126.58B | Q1 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Southern SO | 0.58 | 0.50 | 6.43B | 6.34B | $103.72B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Constellation Energy CEG | 2.31 | 2.44 | 4.95B | 5.38B | $90.26B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Quanta Services PWR | 3.02 | 2.94 | 7.37B | 6.55B | $66.15B | Q4 | AM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Copart CPRT | 0.4 | 0.40 | 1.17B | 1.16B | $37.67B | Q2 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Consolidated Edison ED | 0.86 | 0.98 | 3.71B | 3.67B | $37.35B | Q4 | PM |
| Thursday Feb 19 | Targa Resources TRGP | 2.31 | 1.89 | 4.09B | 4.41B | $36.2B | Q4 | AM |
| Friday Feb 20 | Warner Bros Discovery DISCA | -0.03 | -0.20 | 9.37B | 10.02B | $55B | Q4 | AM |
| Monday Feb 23 | Berkshire Hathaway BRKB | 5.5 | 6.74 | 97.1B | 94.92B | $630.45B | Q4 | |
| Monday Feb 23 | Dominion Resources D | 0.69 | 0.58 | 3.77B | 3.4B | $51.1B | Q4 | AM |
| Monday Feb 23 | ONEOK OKE | 1.54 | 1.57 | 9.01B | 6.54B | $45.88B | Q4 | PM |
| Monday Feb 23 | Diamondback Energy FANG | 2.65 | 3.64 | 3.5B | 3.71B | $41.95B | 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.
UK News
Tuesday February 17 2026
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | UK | Unemployment Rate DEC | 5.1% | 5.1% |
Wednesday February 18 2026
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | UK | Inflation Rate YoY JAN | 3.4% | 3.0% |
Friday February 20 2026
| Time | Country | Actual | Previous | Consensus | Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 AM | UK | Retail Sales MoM JAN | 0.4% | 0.3% | |
| 09:30 AM | UK | S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash FEB | 51.8 | 50.9 | |
| 09:30 AM | UK | S&P Global Services PMI Flash FEB | 54.0 | 51.6 |
Earnings Calendar
| Date | Name | Consensus | Previous | Consensus | Previous | Market Cap | Fiscal | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday Feb 17 | Antofagasta ANTO | 0.65 | 0.58 | 4.22B | 3.658B | $51.5B | H2 | AM |
| Friday Feb 20 | Anglo American AAL | 0.48 | 0.54 | 10.56B | 12.826B | $36.77B | 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.
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