Nvidia earnings, delayed jobs data, and Fed minutes are on tap in a packed week for markets

分组1 - The stock market is entering a week filled with significant earnings reports and economic data, following a week of volatility where all major indexes ended in the red, particularly the Nasdaq Composite which fell nearly 2% [1][2] - Nvidia's third-quarter earnings report is anticipated to be a major event, with analysts expecting revenue to reach approximately $54 billion, an increase from $46.7 billion in the previous quarter [4][5] - Nvidia is viewed as a key indicator for the AI sector, and there are high expectations for strong earnings and guidance, especially after CEO Jensen Huang announced $500 billion in orders for 2025 and 2026 [5][6] 分组2 - Major retailers such as Home Depot, Target, and Walmart are also set to report their third-quarter earnings this week, contributing to the overall market focus [6] - The September jobs report is scheduled for release on Thursday, providing crucial insights into the labor market from two months prior, which is expected to influence market assessments regarding future Fed rate cuts [9][10] - Investors are particularly eager for the jobs data as it has been absent since the government operations were halted in October, making this release critical for evaluating economic conditions heading into 2026 [10]