Corporate earnings season is beginning next week. Investors hope strong results will support high valuations in the U.S. stock market, which is near record highs. The S&P 500 has risen 20% year-to-date. Key earnings reports from major financial firms and U.S. consumer price data next week will be crucial for the market’s direction.
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