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April 18, 2026 | Tech Talk for Saturday April 18th 2026
Don Vialoux
The Bottom Line
Peace has “broken out” in the Middle East (at least temporarily). Equity markets around the world responded accordingly on Friday.
Look for more good news this week! First quarter results released to date by U.S. companies generally have exceeded consensus estimates (notably by most major banks). Frequency of first quarter reports by major U.S. corporations increases this week. Consensus calls for more companies to report accelerating first quarter earnings and revenue gains.
More good news: After releasing strong first quarter results at their annual meetings, look for Chief Executive Officers to announce that earnings and revenue gains are expected to accelerate in the second quarter and into the remainder of 2026.
Adding to the good news for investors in the short term, favourable corporate news comes when the traditional period of seasonal strength in North American equity markets between now and the first week in May normally occurs.
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Don Vialoux April 18th, 2026
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