- NVIDIA is set to publish its financial results.
- Many companies from the ‘Magnificent Seven’ group are still trading below their all-time highs.
- July Brent crude oil futures have settled above $110 a barrel.
- NVIDIA is set to publish its financial results.
- Many companies from the ‘Magnificent Seven’ group are still trading below their all-time highs.
- July Brent crude oil futures have settled above $110 a barrel.
The primary catalyst of recent days was the release of elevated US inflation data, which prompted a definitive shift in investor sentiment regarding the trajectory of interest rates. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s visit to China failed to yield a significant breakthrough, and the geopolitical impasse in the Middle East remains unresolved. The coming week promises to be particularly compelling, dominated by Nvidia’s quarterly earnings report. In tandem, markets will digest UK inflation figures and the minutes from the most recent Federal Reserve meeting. Investors will also monitor preliminary PMI readings across Europe and the US. Against this backdrop, the US100 (Nasdaq 100 fut.), GBPUSD, and Gold warrant particular attention.
US100 (Nasdaq 100 fut.)
Robust earnings from American Big Tech and optimistic forward guidance have pushed US indices to fresh record highs on an almost daily basis. The market now faces an ultimate litmus test in the form of Nvidia's financial results. Consensus estimates point to accelerating revenue growth, projected to exceed $78bn, though markets are quietly positioning for a figure north of $80bn. GAAP earnings per share are expected at $1.75, representing a year-on-year surge of over 100%. While these figures are critical, investors will scrutinise the report for guidance on new product lines—specifically the Vera Rubin chips. These are expected to enhance efficiency and reduce token-generation costs for AI model queries.
GBPUSD
The US dollar has strengthened broadly following hotter-than-expected inflation prints. This week, attention shifts to UK inflation data, which may similarly surprise to the upside given the country’s history of persistent price dynamics. Beyond Wednesday’s CPI release, Tuesday brings the labour market report, followed by preliminary PMI readings (covering both the UK and US) on Thursday and retail sales data on Friday. Consequently, sterling is primed for heightened volatility. Currently, markets are not pricing in a high probability of a Bank of England rate hike in June; however, such a move is fully anticipated by July.
Gold (GOLD)
As hawkish expectations for US interest rates resurface—with the market now seeing a significant chance of one further hike by year-end—gold has responded with a sharp leg down. The precious metal is currently undergoing a correction of more than $200. In this context, the publication of the Fed minutes is the pivotal event for bullion. Although the last Federal Reserve meeting was held under the leadership of Jerome Powell, the minutes will reveal the prevailing sentiment among the broader Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). Given that internal dissent is at its highest level since the 1990s, the FOMC minutes may once again become a primary driver of volatility, even as investors look ahead to Kevin Warsh’s inaugural appearance as Fed Chair.
---
Michał Stajniak, Deputy Director of Research Department at XTB
NZD the strongest currency after a hawkish surprise from the RBNZ 📄
Economic Calendar: Richmond Fed Index and interesting companies' results ahead 🔎
Morning wrap (27.05.2026)
Daily Summary: Semiconductors lift Nasdaq to new highs; DJIA under pressure
The material on this page does not constitute as financial advice and does not take into account your level of understanding, investment objectives, financial situation or any other particular needs.
All the information provided, including opinions, market research, mathematical results and technical analyses published on the website or transmitted to you by other means is provided for information purposes only and should in no event be interpreted as an offer of, or solicitation for, a transaction in any financial instrument, nor should the information provided be construed as advice of legal or fiscal nature.
Any investment decisions you make shall be based exclusively on your level of understanding, investment objectives, financial situation or any other particular needs. Any decision to act on information published on the website or transmitted to you by other means is entirely at your own risk. You are solely responsible for such decisions.
If you are in doubt or are not sure that you understand a particular product, instrument, service, or transaction, you should seek professional or legal advice before trading.
Investing in OTC Derivatives carries a high degree of risk, as they are leveraged based products and often small movements in the market could lead to much larger movements in the value of your investment and this could work against you or for you. Please ensure that you fully understand the risks involved, taking into account your investments objectives and level of experience, before trading, and if necessary, seek independent advice.
