Wall Street Week Ahead - Earnings expectations: All eyes on Meta, Tesla, Netflix, and SpaceX; this survey also in focus

retained text

Wall Street investors will turn their attention to quarterly earnings from major companies, including Meta Platforms, Tesla, Netflix and SpaceX, in the week beginning October 19, following recent declines in artificial intelligence (AI)-linked and semiconductor stocks.
The results are expected to offer insights into corporate earnings, consumer demand, AI investments and cash generation. Investors will also monitor key US economic indicators, including manufacturing and services activity, consumer sentiment and pending home sales, for clues about the health of the economy.
Meta Platforms (META) is expected to report quarterly earnings of $6.67 per share, representing an 8% decline from the same period last year, according to Wall Street analysts’ estimates.
Revenue is projected to reach $63.18 billion, marking year-on-year growth of 23.3%. The consensus earnings-per-share (EPS) estimate has been revised upwards by 1.5% over the past 30 days.
Tesla, led by Elon Musk, is expected to report its results for the quarter ended September 2026 on October 21, with analysts projecting lower earnings and revenue.
The electric vehicle maker is forecast to post earnings of $0.43 per share, down 14% from the corresponding quarter last year. Revenue is expected to decline 1.1% year on year to $27.79 billion.
Investors will examine the results for indications of vehicle demand, profitability and the company’s near-term growth prospects.
Netflix is scheduled to announce its quarterly earnings on October 20 after the market closes, with free cash flow (FCF) expected to be a key focus.
Management expects to generate $12.5 billion in free cash flow, despite a decline in the second quarter. Higher taxes associated with a Warner Bros. termination-fee payout contributed to the Q2 decline, prompting expectations of an improvement in third-quarter cash generation.
Analysts forecast Netflix’s revenue will reach $51.22 billion this year.
SpaceX is preparing to announce its third-quarter results late Tuesday, marking its second earnings report since going public in June.
Analysts expect earnings of $0.14 per share and revenue of $12.89 billion.
Investors will look for updates from Elon Musk on Starlink’s expansion, artificial intelligence developments and the company’s launch schedule following the Starship Flight 14 mission last month.
Alongside corporate earnings, investors will monitor several economic releases during the week.
These include the University of Michigan’s final Consumer Sentiment Survey for October, September leading economic indicators, October flash manufacturing and services purchasing managers’ indexes (PMIs), and the September Pending Home Sales Index.
The data will help investors assess consumer confidence, business activity and housing-market conditions as markets navigate earnings announcements and volatility in AI-related stocks.
With a distinguished career spanning nearly two decades at the highest levels of financial journalism, Rajendra Kumar Saxena stands as a cornerstone of the editorial leadership team at Livemint.com. In his current capacity as Content Editor, he is responsible for managing the comprehensive editorial lifecycle of the publication. His role is multifaceted, encompassing the strategic selection of high-impact stories, original reporting, and meticulous editing. <br> Furthermore, Rajendra is instrumental in executing a sophisticated Search Engine Optimization (SEO)-driven content strategy, ensuring that the platform's digital content reaches a global audience while maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity and accuracy prior to publication. <br> Rajendra’s professional journey is characterized by a profound expertise in a wide array of critical sectors. His analytical depth covers global economics, commodities, and stock market dynamics (across both Indian and United States landscapes). <br> Beyond the financial markets, he possesses a keen understanding of political affairs, banking and finance, foreign affairs, and the rapidly evolving technology sector. <br> His eighteen years journey in financial and business journalism includes a significant tenure at Financialexpress.com and freelance contributions to The Hindu. <br> Currently based in Delhi, Rajendra holds a Master of Journalism degree from the prestigious Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication (MCNUJC). His blend of academic rigor and decades of on-the-ground experience makes him a leading voice in navigating the complexities of today’s financial world.
Catch all the Business News , Market News , Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on Live Mint. Download The Mint News App to get Daily Market Updates.
Oops! Looks like you have exceeded the limit to bookmark the image. Remove some to bookmark this image.

document fetched 2026-10-18 03:00 · canonical https://livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/wall-street-week-ahead-earnings-expectations-all-eyes-on-meta-tesla-netflix-and-spacex-this-survey-also-in-focus-11792254700438.html