Art Hogan on Markets Post Earnings Season, Trade

The video discusses the current earnings reporting season, highlighting a slowdown in earnings growth due to economic uncertainties like trade tensions, Brexit, and government shutdowns. It examines the impact of these factors on the market, particularly the SP 500, and explores the dynamics of US-China trade negotiations, focusing on the challenges and potential outcomes of a trade deal.

What percentage of companies typically beat earnings estimates during reporting season?

What factors contributed to the uncertainty in the economy during the earnings reporting season?

What is the expected earnings growth for the current quarter mentioned in the text?

What are the two schools of thought regarding the market's current situation?

What is the significance of the negotiations with China as discussed in the text?