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Finvaulta tracks 106 research reports on Quarterly Update, updated through September 2, 2026. Latest: “Nordea Economic Outlook: Resilience in Motion”.

The Q2 2026 reporting season demonstrated robust corporate earnings resilience across the US and Europe, with S&P 500 EPS growth projected at 28% YoY and widespread beats against consensus expectations. Broad fundamental outperformance was primarily anchored by Energy, Financials, and Materials, bolstered by resilient US consumer activity. In Europe, major oil producers generated substantial free cash flow from strong trading and downstream operations, reinforcing elevated shareholder capital returns. However, broader market reactions remained muted following earnings releases due to high pre-existing expectations, concentrated positioning, and heightened scrutiny of capital expenditures. Meanwhile, the AI investment cycle broadened substantially, driving sustained order momentum in automation, power infrastructure, and data center supply chains. Despite this growth, significant post-print performance dispersion persisted across cyclical and industrial subsectors, highlighting margin vulnerabilities in labor- and project-sensitive segments like engineering and construction.

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Nordea Economic Outlook: Resilience in Motion

Nordea·Sep 2, 2026

Nordea maintains its global growth outlook at approximately 3.1% in 2026 and 3.2% in 2027 and 2028, characterized by resilient economic activity despite geopolitical headwinds and 15-year highs in sovereign yields. Nordic economies continue to outperform the broader European economy, though stubborn inflation in Norway and normalization in Sweden are keeping policy rates elevated.

Japan Apr-Jun MOF Corporate Statistics: Sharp Rise in Corporate Recurring Profits; Capex Also Increases Modestly

Goldman Sachs·Sep 1, 2026

Japan's April-June MOF Corporate Statistics revealed recurring profits reached a new all-time high of ¥37.7 tn (+11.0% qoq, +24.6% yoy), driven by strong double-digit growth in both manufacturing and non-manufacturing. Sales growth reached its fastest pace since 2021 at +2.7% qoq, while capex posted a modest increase of +1.5% qoq.

SMid Cap Industrials 2Q Takeaway: From Heat to Homework: Demand Is Hot, Execution Is the Work

J.P. Morgan·Aug 21, 2026

J.P. Morgan reviews 2Q26 earnings across SMid Cap Industrials, noting significant stock price dispersion and a transition from broad enthusiasm to execution scrutiny. Subsector top picks are HLIO, VMI, ATRL CN, APG, EXPO, and CSW, with rating downgrades on LMB and BWMN to Underweight and an upgrade on TIC to Neutral.

Q2 Earnings Season Tracker

J.P. Morgan·Aug 7, 2026

The report summarizes the Q2 2026 earnings season, noting strong EPS growth across the US, Europe, and Japan. Despite these solid results, equity performance has been muted, influenced by high expectations and crowded market positioning.

US CLO Equity Quarterly Distribution

Deutsche Bank·Aug 7, 2026

US CLO equity distributions have seen a notable decline in Q3 2026, with the median distribution falling to 2.1% as underlying credit portfolios experience continued softening. This report analyzes manager-level performance and structural metrics across various AUM tiers.

Big Oils 2Q26 Wrap-Up

Goldman Sachs·Aug 6, 2026

The EU 'Big Oils' sector delivered strong 2Q26 results, exceeding FCF expectations by 26% and aggressively reducing net debt by $19.9bn. Analysts highlight strong oil trading and refining margins as key drivers for 2H26 earnings upside.

Global Asset Allocation Insights: Q3 2026 Snapshot

Fidelity International·Aug 1, 2026

Fidelity's Q3 2026 asset allocation outlook remains constructive on risk assets, maintaining an overweight stance on global equities driven by resilient earnings and a broadening AI investment cycle. Regional divergence is elevated, leading Fidelity to favor Japan and select emerging markets over Europe, while remaining cautious on credit and preferring UK Gilts in sovereign duration.

2Q Earnings Preview

Bank of America·Jul 13, 2026

BofA forecasts 2Q26 S&P 500 EPS growth of 28% YoY, outperforming consensus, driven by a broadening recovery beyond Big Tech into Energy and Materials.

China Consumer Staples: Pork 2Q26 Earnings Review

Goldman Sachs·Aug 29, 2026

Economic Overview: Shaking It Off

Westpac·Aug 27, 2026

Nordic Outlook: Hope Rises Amid Autumn Uncertainty

Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB·Aug 25, 2026

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