Stocks were mixed this week during a shortened trading period, with earnings initially tempering volatility.
Sentiment shifted when retailer Walmart missed earnings estimates, prompting concerns about weakening consumer spending. Jobless claims also ticked higher, adding to worries about the consumer economy. Meanwhile, housing starts, permits, and other key data points came in below estimates, culminating in markets ending the week in the red.
Looking ahead, next week’s highlight will be the release of the latest U.S GDP figures. The economy expanded at an annualized 2.3% in the fourth quarter of 2024 — down from 3.1% in the third quarter and below forecasts of 2.6%. Analysts expect another 2.3% annual growth rate, while durable goods orders are anticipated to be negative, reflecting broader concerns about inflation and tariffs affecting business activity.
Given this economic backdrop, let us see how this impacts the performance of various investment strategies.
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