This is The Takeaway from today's Morning Brief, which you can sign up to receive in your inbox every morning along with: What we're watching What we're reading Economic data releases and earnings In the absence of key government data, corporate earnings are even more important. This quarter's results have taken on greater importance, offering a guidepost as investors navigate ongoing trade battles, lingering inflation, and a flagging labor market. A midseason snapshot suggests corporates are humming ...