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▌Weekly Earnings Preview·August 16, 2026

Home Depot, Walmart and Alibaba Head a Busy Earnings Week

A packed earnings calendar puts consumer demand, industrial spending, semiconductors and China tech in focus. Home Depot, Walmart, Analog Devices, Deere, TJX and Alibaba are among the key names as investors watch for signs of resilience, valuation pressure and global growth trends.

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By TickerSpark·August 16, 2026·10 min read
Home Depot, Walmart and Alibaba Head a Busy Earnings Week
▌Key Takeaway
The week of Aug. 17, 2026, brings a wide-ranging earnings test across consumer spending, industrial demand, semiconductors and China technology. Home Depot, Walmart, Analog Devices and Alibaba are the key names investors will watch for clues on demand trends, margin pressure and whether recent stock valuations are justified.

The week of Aug. 17, 2026, brings a broad test of consumer demand, industrial spending, semiconductors, and China technology. BHP Group (BHP) starts the schedule, while Home Depot (HD), Analog Devices (ADI), Walmart (WMT), and Alibaba (BABA) give the earnings calendar its main market-moving names.

Key Takeaways

  • BHP (BHP) reports Aug. 17 with a Hold consensus after its latest listed EPS result missed the estimate.
  • Home Depot (HD) reports Aug. 18 after a $3.43 EPS result exceeded the prior $3.41 estimate.
  • Analog Devices (ADI), TJX Companies (TJX), and Lowe's (LOW) report Aug. 19, with each carrying a Buy analyst consensus.

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Walmart (WMT), Deere (DE), NetEase (NTES), and Ross Stores (ROST) report Aug. 20, combining defensive retail, farm equipment, and China gaming exposure.
  • Alibaba (BABA) reports Aug. 28, with a Buy consensus but a latest listed EPS result of $0.09 versus a $1.02 estimate.

    • Key Earnings Previews

    BHP Group (BHP): A Materials Test With a Hold Consensus

    BHP Group (BHP) reports Aug. 17. The mining company covers copper, iron ore, coal, nickel, potash, and other resources. Its stock recently traded at $86.78, down $0.45, or 0.52%, while remaining above its 50-day average of $84.86 and 200-day average of $73.68. Analysts list 7 buys, 20 holds, and 4 sells, producing a Hold consensus. The latest listed result came in at $2.24 per share versus a $2.41 estimate, so the prior earnings benchmark was a miss.

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    Home Depot (HD): Home Improvement Demand Meets a Firm Buy Rating

    Home Depot (HD) reports Aug. 18. The retailer sells building materials, renovation products, lawn and garden supplies, and installation services. HD recently stood at $338.86, down $2.84, or 0.83%. The price sits just above its 50-day average of $337.70 and below its 200-day average of $347.10. Analysts count 1 strong buy, 36 buys, 21 holds, and 4 sells. The consensus is Buy. Its latest listed EPS result was $3.43 against a $3.41 estimate, marking a modest beat.

    Analog Devices (ADI): Semiconductor Momentum Faces a High Valuation

    Analog Devices (ADI) reports Aug. 19. The semiconductor maker serves industrial, automotive, communications, aerospace, instrumentation, and consumer markets. ADI jumped $8.22, or 2.16%, to $389.39 in the latest quote. It trades near its 50-day average of $391.57 and well above its 200-day average of $338.22. Analysts list 43 buys and 11 holds, with no sell ratings and a Buy consensus. The latest listed EPS result was $3.09 versus a $2.89 estimate. A 39.49 P/E places a high valuation beside that positive surprise.

    TJX Companies (TJX): Off-Price Retail Keeps Its Premium

    TJX Companies (TJX) reports Aug. 19. Its Marmaxx, HomeGoods, TJX Canada, and TJX International divisions sell apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods through off-price stores. The stock recently fell $1.72, or 1.12%, to $152.09. That price remains below the 50-day average of $157.81 and 200-day average of $155.09. Analysts give TJX 1 strong buy, 46 buys, 5 holds, and 1 sell, for a Buy consensus. The latest listed EPS result reached $1.19 against a $1.02 estimate.

    Lowe's (LOW): A Cheaper Home Improvement Alternative

    Lowe's (LOW) reports Aug. 19. The home improvement retailer sells appliances, lumber, tools, paint, hardware, flooring, and installation services. LOW edged up $0.25, or 0.11%, to $218.47. The stock sits above its 50-day average of $215.42 but below its 200-day average of $238.07. Analysts report 31 buys, 19 holds, and 1 sell, giving the shares a Buy consensus. The latest listed EPS result was $3.03 versus a $2.97 estimate. Its listed P/E of 17.62 is below the multiples shown for HD and TJX.

    Walmart (WMT): Defensive Retail With a Rich Multiple

    Walmart (WMT) reports Aug. 20. The Bentonville retailer operates Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club, with stores, e-commerce platforms, grocery, health, and financial services. WMT recently traded at $115.27, down $0.45, or 0.39%. The price is above its 50-day average of $114.49 and below its 200-day average of $118.32. Analysts list 47 buys, 16 holds, and 3 sells, producing a Buy consensus. The latest listed EPS result was $0.66 versus a $0.659 estimate. Its P/E stands at 42.69.

    Deere (DE): Strong Prior EPS, More Measured Analyst Support

    Deere (DE) reports Aug. 20. The manufacturer sells farm, construction, forestry, turf, and agricultural equipment, supported by a financing division. DE declined $3.53, or 0.58%, to $608.85. The stock remains above its 50-day average of $602.23 and 200-day average of $555.45. Analysts count 18 buys, 22 holds, and 6 sells, resulting in a Hold consensus. Its latest listed EPS result was $6.55 against a $5.70 estimate. The 34.50 P/E leaves the stock priced for continued execution.

    NetEase (NTES): China Gaming at a Lower Earnings Multiple

    NetEase (NTES) reports Aug. 20. Its businesses include online games, music streaming, education technology, cloud music, and internet content. NTES rose $2.47, or 2.01%, to $125.12. The price sits slightly below its 50-day average of $126.49 and 200-day average of $126.28. Analysts list 27 buys, 5 holds, and 1 sell, giving the stock a Buy consensus. The latest listed EPS result was $2.53 versus a $2.19 estimate. NTES carries a 15.18 P/E, below the listed multiples for ADI, WMT, and ROST.

    Ross Stores (ROST): Off-Price Strength Near a Record Range

    Ross Stores (ROST) reports Aug. 20. The company operates Ross Dress for Less and dd's DISCOUNTS, selling apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods. ROST rose $0.40, or 0.16%, to $245.36. The stock trades above its 50-day average of $234.03 and 200-day average of $207.17, near its $257 yearly high. Analysts report 30 buys, 13 holds, and 4 sells, creating a Buy consensus. The latest listed EPS result was $2.02 versus a $1.73 estimate. Its P/E is 34.27.

    Alibaba (BABA): China Commerce and Cloud Under a Wider Lens

    Alibaba (BABA) reports Aug. 28. The company spans China commerce, international commerce, logistics, cloud computing, local services, digital media, and artificial intelligence through Qwen. BABA advanced $1.58, or 1.29%, to $123.74. The stock is above its 50-day average of $113.83 but below its 200-day average of $139.23. Analysts list 51 buys, 7 holds, and 1 sell, for a Buy consensus. However, its latest listed EPS result was $0.09 against a $1.02 estimate. That sharp contrast gives this earnings preview a distinctly higher evidence burden.

    Other Earnings to Watch

    • FN (Fabrinet) | Technology, Electronic Components | Aug. 17, 2026
    • HTHT (Huazhu Group) | Consumer Cyclical, Lodging | Aug. 17, 2026
    • XP (Xp Inc) | Financial Services, Capital Markets | Aug. 17, 2026
    • GRFS (Grifols) | Healthcare, Drug Manufacturers - General | Aug. 17, 2026
    • ANAB (AnaptysBio) | Healthcare, Biotechnology | Aug. 17, 2026
    • CHRN (ChronoScale) | Technology, Information Technology Services | Aug. 17, 2026
    • YALA (Yalla Group) | Technology, Software - Application | Aug. 17, 2026
    • KEYS (Keysight Technologies) | Technology, Scientific & Technical Instruments | Aug. 18, 2026
    • BIDU (Baidu) | Communication Services, Internet Content & Information | Aug. 18, 2026
    • SQM (Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile) | Basic Materials, Specialty Chemicals | Aug. 18, 2026
    • AS (Amer Sports) | Consumer Cyclical, Leisure | Aug. 18, 2026
    • ZTO (ZTO Express) | Industrials, Integrated Freight & Logistics | Aug. 18, 2026
    • TOL (Toll Brothers) | Consumer Cyclical, Residential Construction | Aug. 18, 2026
    • JKHY (Jack Henry & Associates) | Technology, Information Technology Services | Aug. 18, 2026
    • KLAR (Klarna Group) | Financial Services, Credit Services | Aug. 18, 2026
    • MRCY (Mercury Systems) | Industrials, Aerospace & Defense | Aug. 18, 2026
    • PHI (PLDT) | Communication Services, Telecom Services | Aug. 18, 2026
    • CAAP (Corporacion America Airports) | Industrials, Airports & Air Services | Aug. 18, 2026
    • PONY (Pony AI) | Technology, Information Technology Services | Aug. 18, 2026
    • HSAI (Hesai Group) | Consumer Cyclical, Auto Parts | Aug. 18, 2026
    • RNW (Renew Energy Global) | Utilities, Utilities - Renewable | Aug. 18, 2026
    • SFL (SFL Corporation) | Industrials, Marine Shipping | Aug. 18, 2026
    • LZB (La-Z-Boy) | Consumer Cyclical, Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances | Aug. 18, 2026
    • LU (Lufax) | Financial Services, Credit Services | Aug. 18, 2026
    • IQ (iQIYI) | Communication Services, Entertainment | Aug. 18, 2026
    • TGT (Target) | Consumer Defensive, Discount Stores | Aug. 19, 2026
    • VIK (Viking Holdings) | Consumer Cyclical, Travel Services | Aug. 19, 2026
    • EL (Estee Lauder) | Consumer Defensive, Household & Personal Products | Aug. 19, 2026
    • NDSN (Nordson) | Industrials, Specialty Industrial Machinery | Aug. 19, 2026
    • DY (Dycom Industries) | Industrials, Engineering & Construction | Aug. 19, 2026
    • YMM (Full Truck Alliance) | Technology, Software - Application | Aug. 19, 2026
    • BMA (Banco Macro) | Financial Services, Banks - Regional | Aug. 19, 2026
    • BILL (Bill Holdings) | Technology, Software - Application | Aug. 19, 2026
    • KC (Kingsoft Cloud) | Technology, Software - Application | Aug. 19, 2026
    • ZIM (ZIM Integrated Shipping Services) | Industrials, Marine Shipping | Aug. 19, 2026
    • COTY (Coty) | Consumer Defensive, Household & Personal Products | Aug. 19, 2026
    • WB (Weibo) | Communication Services, Internet Content & Information | Aug. 19, 2026
    • OPRA (Opera) | Communication Services, Internet Content & Information | Aug. 19, 2026
    • DRD (DRDGOLD) | Basic Materials, Gold | Aug. 19, 2026
    • AAPG (Ascentage Pharma) | Healthcare, Biotechnology | Aug. 19, 2026
    • FLNG (FLEX LNG) | Energy, Oil & Gas Midstream | Aug. 19, 2026
    • WOLF (Wolfspeed) | Technology, Semiconductors | Aug. 19, 2026
    • ALVO (Alvotech) | Healthcare, Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic | Aug. 19, 2026
    • PURR (Hyperliquid Strategies) | Financial Services, Capital Markets | Aug. 19, 2026
    • IMTX (Immatics) | Healthcare, Biotechnology | Aug. 19, 2026
    • FINV (FinVolution) | Financial Services, Credit Services | Aug. 19, 2026
    • JBSS (John B. Sanfilippo & Son) | Consumer Defensive, Packaged Foods | Aug. 19, 2026
    • FUTU (Futu Holdings) | Financial Services, Capital Markets | Aug. 20, 2026
    • AEG (Aegon) | Financial Services, Insurance - Diversified | Aug. 20, 2026
    • ATAT (Atour Lifestyle) | Consumer Cyclical, Lodging | Aug. 20, 2026
    • MNSO (Miniso) | Consumer Cyclical, Specialty Retail | Aug. 20, 2026
    • OSIS (OSI Systems) | Technology, Electronic Components | Aug. 20, 2026
    • TLX (Telix Pharmaceuticals) | Healthcare, Biotechnology | Aug. 20, 2026
    • AAP (Advance Auto Parts) | Consumer Cyclical, Auto Parts | Aug. 20, 2026
    • MZTI (Marzetti) | Consumer Defensive, Packaged Foods | Aug. 20, 2026
    • HUBG (Hub Group) | Industrials, Integrated Freight & Logistics | Aug. 20, 2026
    • ATHM (Autohome) | Communication Services, Internet Content & Information | Aug. 20, 2026
    • NMM (Navios Maritime Partners) | Industrials, Marine Shipping | Aug. 20, 2026
    • FORTY (Formula Systems 1985) | Technology, Information Technology Services | Aug. 20, 2026
    • AIIR (Air Global) | Consumer Defensive, Tobacco | Aug. 20, 2026
    • SCSC (ScanSource) | Technology, Electronics & Computer Distribution | Aug. 20, 2026
    • RERE (ATRenew) | Consumer Cyclical, Internet Retail | Aug. 20, 2026
    • BAK (Braskem) | Basic Materials, Chemicals | Aug. 20, 2026
    • LYTS (LSI Industries) | Technology, Electronic Components | Aug. 20, 2026
    • DQ (Daqo New Energy) | Technology, Semiconductor Equipment & Materials | Aug. 20, 2026
    • UI (Ubiquiti) | Technology, Communication Equipment | Aug. 21, 2026
    • BEKE (Ke Holdings) | Real Estate, Real Estate Services | Aug. 21, 2026
    • BJ (BJ's Wholesale Club) | Consumer Defensive, Discount Stores | Aug. 21, 2026
    • BKE (Buckle) | Consumer Cyclical, Apparel Retail | Aug. 21, 2026
    • ADSE (Ads Tec Energy) | Industrials, Electrical Equipment & Parts | Aug. 21, 2026

    Wrap-Up

    This earnings week places proven retailers beside high-value semiconductors, resource producers, farm equipment, and China technology. Recent EPS beats support the cases for HD, ADI, TJX, LOW, DE, NTES, and ROST, while BHP's prior miss and BABA's sharp EPS shortfall create more demanding setups. Price trends and analyst ratings will shape how the market weighs each result.

    ▌Common Questions

    Frequently asked questions

    +Which companies are the biggest earnings reports this week?
    Home Depot, Walmart, Analog Devices, Lowe's, TJX Companies and Deere are among the most closely watched reports in the week of Aug. 17, 2026. Alibaba is also a major market focus, though its report comes later in the month.
    +What will Home Depot and Lowe's earnings say about the housing market?
    Their results will help show whether home improvement demand is holding up as consumers remain selective on big-ticket spending. Investors will also look for signs that renovation activity and professional contractor demand are supporting sales.
    +Why is Walmart earnings important for investors?
    Walmart is a key read on defensive consumer spending because it serves grocery, general merchandise and e-commerce shoppers across income levels. A strong report would suggest consumers are still trading down and prioritizing value, while a miss could signal broader pressure on household budgets.
    +What should investors watch in Alibaba's earnings report?
    Alibaba's results will be watched for signs of stabilization in China technology, e-commerce and cloud demand. Investors will focus on revenue growth, profitability and whether management commentary points to improving consumer sentiment in China.
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