This week, the Helsinki Stock Exchange is buzzing with activity as the earnings season is in full swing. In the US, investors are focused on the upcoming interest rate meeting and inflation figures in the euro area. Kauppalehti has identified these as the most important economic news highlights for the week.
In Helsinki, 23 listed companies are expected to report their first-quarter results throughout the week. Nokia’s results will be among those announced on Monday, followed by Fortum and Cargotec later in the week. Nokian Tires is forecasted to show improvement in earnings, although forecasts vary. Investors will also be watching for results from companies like Harvia and Pihlajalinna after May Day.
The US is set to release key macroeconomic data before its interest rate decision, including consumer confidence, private sector vacancies, and construction investments. Analysts predict that the Federal Reserve will maintain its interest rate between 5.25-5.50 percent with a focus on inflation figures during Wednesday’s interest rate meeting. This meeting will provide insight into the Fed’s approach to interest rate cuts and future economic growth.
Apart from the Fed meeting, investors will also be monitoring earnings reports from major companies like Amazon, Coca-Cola, and McDonald’s throughout the week. Inflation figures for April are also expected to be released in Europe this week along with GDP data for the first quarter and unemployment rate for March in Germany.
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Overall, while economic news remains at center stage this week, there is still much happening behind closed doors that could impact how businesses operate going forward.
