What to Expect in Markets This Week: Earnings From Nvidia, Home Depot, Banks, and Berkshire; Trump Speech

Group 1: Nvidia Earnings and AI Trade - Nvidia's quarterly earnings report is anticipated to significantly influence the AI trade, with a focus on the demand for its AI-specialized chips and updates regarding its access to China [3] - The earnings report follows a previous positive outlook for the AI sector, but investor concerns about Big Tech's spending remain prevalent [3] Group 2: Economic Context and Federal Reserve - President Trump's State of the Union address is expected to address economic policies following a Supreme Court ruling against his tariff policies and signs of slowing economic growth [2][6] - The Federal Reserve is facing internal divisions regarding the future path of interest rates, with several officials scheduled to speak this week, potentially providing insights into monetary policy [2][7] Group 3: Other Key Earnings Reports - Other notable earnings reports this week include Salesforce, Dell, Home Depot, Lowe's, and Canadian banks, amid a housing market slump affecting sales for home improvement retailers [4][10] - Berkshire Hathaway's upcoming report will be the first under new CEO Greg Abel after Warren Buffett's retirement [5][11]