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Investor attention turns to the labor market this week, with the May jobs report due on Friday. While unemployment remai...
02/06/2026

Investor attention turns to the labor market this week, with the May jobs report due on Friday. While unemployment remains low, hiring trends and job market conditions continue to send mixed signals about the strength of the economy.

Markets will also digest earnings from major retailers and technology companies, including Dollar General, Five Below, Broadcom, CrowdStrike, and Palo Alto Networks. Their results could provide fresh insight into consumer spending, inflation pressures, and business demand ahead of the next Federal Reserve meeting.

Weekly Market Calendar | 1 June - 5 June 2026
01/06/2026

Weekly Market Calendar | 1 June - 5 June 2026

The Australian dollar fell to around 0.71, hitting a six-week low, as weak household demand exacerbated expectations tha...
29/05/2026

The Australian dollar fell to around 0.71, hitting a six-week low, as weak household demand exacerbated expectations that policy tightening was nearing its end. Data showed that household spending fell more than expected by 1.1% in April, with consumers reducing spending on travel, clothing, and food, while higher fuel costs and geopolitical uncertainty weighed on confidence. This decline further suggests that restrictive monetary policy is suppressing demand, even as business investment surged 6.5% in the first quarter, primarily driven by imported data equipment. The market widely expects the Reserve Bank of Australia to keep interest rates at 4.35% in June, while the probability of an August rate hike has halved to 40%. Early inflation data also supported the shift in sentiment, with the overall consumer price index (CPI) falling to 0.4% in April and the annual inflation rate slowing to 4.2%, partly due to fuel tax relief. However, core inflation remained high at 3.4%, still above the Reserve Bank of Australia's target range, reflecting the continued spillover effects of rising global energy costs.

Investors head into a shortened trading week with a packed schedule of retailer earnings, as companies including Dollar ...
26/05/2026

Investors head into a shortened trading week with a packed schedule of retailer earnings, as companies including Dollar Tree, Gap, Burlington Stores, and American Eagle Outfitters prepare to report results. Markets are looking for clearer signs on consumer spending trends as inflation pressures, high fuel costs, and softer labor conditions continue to weigh on sentiment.

Last week’s mixed outlooks from Walmart and Target left investors uncertain, while stronger performances from apparel brands helped lift shares in parts of the retail sector. Fresh consumer confidence data due Tuesday could offer more clues on whether spending resilience can continue.

The AI sector will also stay in focus following Nvidia’s earnings, with Dell Technologies, Synopsys, and Marvell Technology set to release results this week.

Weekly Market Calendar | 25 May - 29 May 2026
25/05/2026

Weekly Market Calendar | 25 May - 29 May 2026

The yen broke through 159 against the dollar on Thursday, ending its recent decline, as oil prices and the dollar weaken...
22/05/2026

The yen broke through 159 against the dollar on Thursday, ending its recent decline, as oil prices and the dollar weakened, and market optimism grew regarding a potential peace deal between the US and Iran. President Trump stated that negotiations between the US and Iran had entered the final stage, raising expectations that the Strait of Hormuz might soon reopen. Domestically, data showed that Japanese exports rose 14.8% in April, exceeding expectations, thanks to strong demand from China, the US, ASEAN countries, and the EU. Meanwhile, the yen remains near the key 160 level against the dollar, which reportedly prompted Japanese authorities to intervene in late April and early May. Several Tokyo officials recently indicated that policymakers might intervene frequently in the foreign exchange market to stabilize the currency if excessive volatility persists.

Wherever the market moves, BCR keeps you connected.
21/05/2026

Wherever the market moves, BCR keeps you connected.

Major U.S. stock indexes extended their decline on Tuesday as surging Treasury yields continued to pressure investor sen...
20/05/2026

Major U.S. stock indexes extended their decline on Tuesday as surging Treasury yields continued to pressure investor sentiment, pushing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to a third consecutive day of losses. Rising borrowing costs and renewed inflation concerns weighed heavily on technology and growth stocks, while traders prepared for a packed week of corporate earnings and key economic data.
The Nasdaq Composite closed down 0.8%, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both fell 0.7%. Earlier in the session, the Nasdaq dropped as much as 1.5% as investors pulled back from high valuation tech shares. Semiconductor and memory chip stocks were among the biggest losers after Treasury yields climbed sharply alongside rising oil prices, reigniting fears that inflation could remain elevated for longer than expected.
Meanwhile, the benchmark 10 year Treasury yield climbed to 4.67% by the close of trading, after briefly touching 4.69% during the session, its highest intraday level since January 2025. Higher Treasury yields tend to reduce the appeal of equities, particularly growth and technology stocks, as investors demand stronger returns in a higher rate environment. Markets are now closely watching upcoming earnings reports and Federal Reserve signals for clues on whether interest rates may stay elevated deeper into the year.

Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report is shaping up to be one of the market’s biggest events this season, as investors look ...
19/05/2026

Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report is shaping up to be one of the market’s biggest events this season, as investors look for fresh insight into the strength of the AI boom and the companies fueling it. The chip giant, now the world’s most valuable company, is expected to provide key signals on demand across the AI ecosystem, including semiconductors, data centers, and the energy infrastructure supporting rapid expansion in the sector.

Earlier this year, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang described demand for the company’s AI products as “extraordinary,” while significantly raising revenue expectations for its next-generation Vera Rubin and Blackwell platforms through 2026. Nvidia shares have continued to climb, gaining around 20% so far this year as enthusiasm around artificial intelligence remains strong.

Still, market reactions to Nvidia earnings have not always been straightforward. Despite surpassing estimates last quarter, the stock declined afterward as investors weighed concerns about high valuations and whether massive AI spending can translate into sustainable long-term returns.

Alongside Nvidia, Walmart is also set to report earnings this week. The retail giant’s results will offer another important look into consumer spending trends after April inflation data showed prices continuing to rise, driven largely by higher fuel costs. In its previous earnings update, Walmart said shoppers had remained relatively resilient despite ongoing economic pressures.

Weekly Market Calendar | 18 May - 22 May 2026
18/05/2026

Weekly Market Calendar | 18 May - 22 May 2026

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