March 17, 2026

economic indicators

Fed meeting, jobs report, and Big Tech earnings: What to watch this week

Fed meeting, jobs report, and Big Tech earnings: What to watch this week

**Google’s Parent Soars: Dividend Debut, Earnings Triumph**

Alphabet, the tech giant behind Google, has wowed investors with its latest quarterly report. The company’s earnings per share of $24.62 eclipsed expectations, while revenue of $69.09 billion surpassed forecasts.

But the real bombshell came with Alphabet’s announcement of its first-ever quarterly dividend. This move sent shares soaring in after-hours trading, signaling investor confidence in the company’s future.

Alphabet’s advertising business remains its cash cow, with revenue surging 17% year-over-year. This dominance in the digital advertising realm underscores Alphabet’s unwavering position as a tech powerhouse

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‘The math just does not add up’: Stock gains are at odds with reality, economist David Rosenberg says

Economist David Rosenberg: Stock gains don’t align with reality

The stock market’s sustained rally is detached from economic reality, according to economist David Rosenberg. Despite tepid economic growth and a challenging earnings environment, equity prices have continued to surge, leading Rosenberg to question the validity of market valuations. He argues that the math “just does not add up,” highlighting a disconnect between asset prices and fundamental economic indicators. Rosenberg’s analysis suggests that the current stock market rally is unsustainable and a correction may be imminent, raising concerns about the stability of the financial system.

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