Bloomberg Intelligence's 'Equity Market Minute' 1/15/2020

Gina Martin Adams from Bloomberg Intelligence discusses the fourth quarter earnings season for the S&P 500, highlighting the potential risks and expectations. While earnings reports may exceed the low expectations, forward guidance poses a risk. The analysis includes graphs showing earnings and revenue growth, with a focus on the stability of 2020 forecasts despite usual reductions. The video concludes with insights into the equity market.

What is the main concern regarding the fourth quarter earnings season for the S&P 500?

• Analysts are expecting a significant increase in earnings.

• Forward guidance may not meet analyst forecasts.

• Earnings reports might be better than expected.

• Earnings reports might be worse than expected.

What is the expected percentage decline in earnings for the fourth quarter according to analysts?

• 0.5%

• 1.5%

• 2%

• 3%

How do analysts view the fourth quarter of 2019 in terms of earnings reporting?

• As a quarter with no significant changes

• As the best quarter of the year

• As an average quarter

• As the worst quarter of the year

What is the trend in 2020 earnings growth forecasts compared to previous years?

• They have remained stable.

• They have fluctuated greatly.

• They have increased significantly.

• They have decreased significantly.

How have 2020 earnings growth forecasts behaved over the last several months?

• They have held somewhat steady.

• They have increased sharply.

• They have been very volatile.

• They have decreased sharply.