Grading the Corporate Earnings Season So Far

The video discusses the current earnings season, highlighting that around 80% of companies are beating earnings expectations, with all 18 Dow Jones companies reporting positive results. The energy sector is a concern, with only 6 of 37 companies reporting, and oil prices impacting stocks. Blue chip companies, particularly Apple, are under scrutiny, with Apple expected to see a significant drop in earnings. The focus is on how these trends compare to previous quarters and the implications for the market.

What percentage of companies in the Dow Jones Industrial Average have beaten earnings estimates so far this season?

• 80%

• 90%

• 70%

• 60%

Which sector is considered the most worrisome according to the transcript?

• Healthcare

• Technology

• Energy

• Finance

What is the reported impact of oil prices on energy stocks?

• Oil prices have increased energy stocks by 2%

• Oil prices have decreased energy stocks by 18%

• Oil prices have increased energy stocks by 18%

• Oil prices have no impact on energy stocks

What is the aggregate beat rate for blue-chip companies so far?

• 5%

• 8%

• 10%

• 12%

What is the expected drop in Apple earnings this quarter?

• 15%

• 25%

• 10%

• 20%