Overview of Key Economic Events and Corporate Reports for the Week of December 8–12, 2025, with an Analysis of Their Impact on Global Markets for Investors.
During the week of December 8 to 12, 2025, investors worldwide were closely monitoring significant economic events and quarterly reports from major corporations. Macroeconomic statistics released during this period included central bank decisions and key inflation data, influencing the state of the global macroeconomy and the sentiment in the stock market. Concurrently, large public companies from the USA, Europe, and Asia (including constituents of the S&P 500, Euro Stoxx 50, Nikkei 225, as well as Russia's MOEX) released their quarterly reports and annual corporate earnings. Below is a daily overview of the key events of the week and corporate reports, aimed at the needs of investors, analysts, and financial specialists.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Macroeconomic Events
- China (Morning MSK): Publication of external trade data for November. The statistics showed a significant increase in China’s trade surplus, indicating strong external resilience from the world’s second-largest economy amid global challenges.
- Brazil (Day MSK): Release of several economic indicators, including industrial production and inflation data, signaling the current state of Latin America's largest economy.
- No other significant macroeconomic publications were scheduled for this day.
Corporate Reports
- Toll Brothers (USA): The leading luxury real estate developer released its financial report for the fourth quarter. Investors noted an increase in revenue and profits amid stable demand for premium housing. Positive results from Toll Brothers bolstered optimism in the housing construction sector.
- Compass Minerals (USA): The mineral producer reported its quarterly results. The company observed moderate revenue growth; however, investors were closely assessing the demand forecast for raw materials amid price fluctuations.
- Phreesia (USA): The healthcare solutions provider presented its quarterly report with zero earnings per share, meeting expectations. The results indicate business stability, but further investments will depend on revenue dynamics in upcoming reporting periods.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Macroeconomic Events
- 03:30 MSK – Australia: Meeting of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and decision on the interest rate. The RBA held the rate unchanged at 3.60%, in line with expectations. In the accompanying statement, the regulator noted stable inflation within the target range, signaling a wait-and-see approach regarding further monetary policy easing.
- 12:00 MSK – Eurozone: Release of preliminary consumer price index data. The initial estimate of inflation in the Eurozone showed a deceleration in price growth, attracting investors' attention on the European stock market and potentially influencing upcoming decisions by the European Central Bank.
- 17:00 MSK – China: Release of producer price index (PPI) and consumer price index (CPI) data for November. The dynamics of Chinese inflation remained subdued: the CPI indicated low price growth, while the PPI confirmed persistent deflationary trends at the producer level. These economic events in China are critical for Asian markets and commodity prices.
Corporate Reports
- AutoZone (USA): The largest auto parts retailer (S&P 500) released its first fiscal quarter report. AutoZone's sales increased, especially in the aging vehicle servicing segment. Despite a slight decline in profits, the adjusted metrics indicate stable demand: comparable sales rose, and the expansion of the store network continues, positively viewed within the context of investments in the auto parts sector.
- Campbell Soup Company (USA): The American food conglomerate presented its results for the past quarter. The maker of well-known food brands reported stable revenues and confirmed its annual forecast, indicating ongoing consumer demand.
- GameStop (USA): The well-known video game retailer and “meme stock” presented quarterly results. GameStop’s revenue increased significantly (+22% year-on-year) to ~$972 million, thanks to successful sales of new gaming equipment (including the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 console). Although the company remains unprofitable, investors noted improvements in margins and plans by the new management for business model transformation.
- Casey’s General Stores (USA): The operator of the convenience store and gas station chain reported increases in fuel and related merchandise sales. Casey’s financials confirmed the trend of recovering consumer activity in regions of the USA.
- Ferguson PLC (UK/USA): An international distributor of engineering equipment (part of the FTSE 100 and S&P 500) published financial results reflecting quarterly revenue growth in North America. Investors reacted positively to the reports as they indicate stable demand for construction and repair products.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Macroeconomic Events
- 04:30 MSK – China: Consumer price index (CPI) for November. Year-on-year inflation in China remained close to zero, reflecting weak internal price growth. The low CPI and PPI figures (released the previous day) signal an absence of price pressure, which may prompt the People's Bank of China to maintain a soft policy and support the economy with stimulus measures.
- 17:45 MSK – Canada: Meeting of the Bank of Canada and interest rate decision. The regulator kept the rate at 2.25%, as anticipated by the market. In the accompanying statement, the Bank of Canada noted a slowdown in growth and moderate easing of inflation, indicating a need for balance between supporting the economy and controlling prices. The Canadian dollar appreciated slightly, considering the absence of signals for further rate cuts.
- 22:00 MSK – USA: Decision of the Federal Reserve System (FOMC) on the key interest rate. **The Federal Reserve, at the conclusion of its two-day meeting, lowered the rate by 0.25%**, as widely predicted, to a range of 5.25%–5.50%. In the FOMC comments, a slowdown in inflation in the USA was mentioned; however, Chairman Jerome Powell emphasized in the subsequent press conference (22:30 MSK) that the cycle of policy easing will depend on future macro data. This key event of the week caused increased volatility in global markets: the US dollar index briefly fell, while stock indices, including the S&P 500, reacted with gains on hopes for a more lenient monetary policy.
Corporate Reports
- Adobe (USA): One of the leaders in the software sector (S&P 500) released its financial results for the fourth quarter of its fiscal year. Adobe showed robust revenue growth from subscriptions to its cloud services, exceeding analysts' forecasts. Investors highly appreciated the double-digit growth in the digital media segment and optimistic guidance for next year, which strengthened the firm's stock positions.
- Oracle (USA): The largest company in corporate IT solutions reported its results for the second fiscal quarter. Oracle recorded an increase in profits and cloud revenue, benefitting from growing demand for cloud services and database products. Oracle's report was one of the most anticipated of the week, and its strong performance supported the upward trend of technology company stocks in the US market.
- Synopsys (USA): The chip design software developer presented its annual report. Synopsys demonstrated revenue growth due to increased orders from semiconductor manufacturers. The results indicate stable investments by the tech sector in developing new chips, which is critical for long-term investments in the high-tech industry.
- Nordson (USA): The engineering and manufacturing company (provider of equipment for dispensing and coating applications) released its report for the fourth quarter. Despite a slight decline in year-on-year sales, Nordson's profits exceeded expectations due to improved operational efficiency. This indicates the company's resilience during fluctuations in industrial demand.
- Oxford Industries (USA): A fashion house (owner of brands including Tommy Bahama) presented quarterly results with sales growth. Particularly successful were the pre-season sales of clothing during the holiday period, which improved the company’s forecast for the last quarter of the year.
- Chewy (USA): The online pet goods retailer reported before the market opened. Chewy stated revenue growth due to an increase in active customers and average ticket size. Although the growth rate has slowed somewhat, the company confidently retains its market share, and investors are monitoring e-commerce profitability metrics amid heightened competition.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Macroeconomic Events
- 03:30 MSK – Australia: Labor market report (employment and unemployment rate for November). According to the published data, Australia's unemployment rate remained at minimal values (around 4.3%), with the number of employed continuing to rise. This indicates labor market resilience, supporting the national economy. The Australian dollar strengthened as strong data reduces the likelihood of an imminent RBA rate cut.
- 11:30 MSK – Switzerland: Meeting of the Swiss National Bank (SNB). The regulator predictably left the interest rate at 0.0% following a series of cuts earlier in the year. The SNB emphasized its readiness to intervene in the foreign exchange market if necessary to curb excessive appreciation of the franc. At the press conference (12:00 MSK), SNB management reaffirmed its commitment to a soft monetary policy, slightly weakening the Swiss franc in the currency market.
- 16:30 MSK – USA: Producer Price Index (PPI) for November. The dynamics of PPI in the USA were moderate (+0.2% m/m), indicating an easing of inflation pressure at the production level. This figure, serving as a leading indicator of inflation, supports expectations of a slowdown in consumer price growth. The news was received positively by the US stock market, as it lowers the likelihood of aggressive actions by the Fed.
Corporate Reports
- Broadcom (USA): One of the largest semiconductor manufacturers (S&P 500) reported after the market closed. Broadcom demonstrated strong financial results for the fourth quarter: revenues and profits exceeded forecasts due to high demand for chips for data centers and networking equipment. Additionally, the company announced an optimistic outlook for the following year, considering growing investments in AI infrastructure. These news triggered positive investor reactions and a rise in Broadcom's stock.
- Lululemon Athletica (USA): The Canadian-American sportswear manufacturer (Nasdaq-100) presented its report for the third quarter. Lululemon reported double-digit sales growth both in physical stores and online, particularly highlighting success in the men’s clothing and accessories segment. Business margins also improved. The successful reporting of the company highlighted the resilience of premium consumer demand, positively impacting retail sector quotes.
- Costco Wholesale (USA): The largest operator of retail membership clubs (S&P 500) released its financial results for the first quarter of its 2026 fiscal year. Costco recorded growth in comparable sales, particularly in the grocery category, despite a challenging inflationary environment. The number of membership holders increased, indicating customer loyalty. Investors reacted neutrally to the report, noting business stability and awaiting data on holiday sales in the next period.
- Ciena (USA): The telecommunications equipment provider reported quarterly results before the market opened. Ciena demonstrated profit growth and expanding volumes of new orders for fiber-optic equipment, driven by investments from telecom operators to modernize networks. Positive results from Ciena bolstered confidence in the telecommunications industry prospects.
- RH (Restoration Hardware, USA): The American retailer of premium home goods published its report, showing a slight revenue decline amid weaker demand in the luxury furniture segment. However, RH's profits surpassed expectations due to cost-cutting measures, which somewhat eased investor concerns regarding the home goods sector's health.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Macroeconomic Events
- 10:00 MSK – Germany: Final estimate of the harmonized consumer price index (HICP) for November. According to the final data, inflation in the largest economy in Europe stood at 3.2% year-on-year, matching the preliminary estimate. The moderate deceleration of inflation in Germany confirms a trend of decreasing price pressure in the Eurozone, influencing ECB policy expectations.
- 18:00 MSK – USA: Preliminary consumer sentiment index from the University of Michigan for December. The consumer sentiment indicator improved slightly (to ~53.3 points from 51.0 in November), indicating cautious optimism among American households. However, the index remains at historically low levels, reflecting persistent consumer caution. Market reactions were muted, as the index improvement was anticipated and falls within the statistical margin of error.
- No other significant macroeconomic events were noted on this day; markets shifted attention to the week’s results.
Corporate Reports
- Johnson Outdoors (USA): The outdoor recreation products manufacturer published quarterly results before the market opened. The company reported increases in sales of camping and fishing gear, reflecting ongoing consumer interest in outdoor recreation. At the same time, production costs rose slightly, reducing margins, but the overall tone of the report remained positive for investors.
- Mitek Systems (USA): The developer of digital identification solutions presented its financial report. Mitek's revenue grew due to an expanding client base among banks and financial organizations implementing remote identification. Investors appreciated the company's outlook in light of the growing demand for cybersecurity and fintech technologies.
- Reports from Russian issuers: In Russia, several companies also released financial results this week. For example, Group "Cian" (MOEX: CIAN) published its report for Q3 and 9 months of 2025, demonstrating a 45% year-on-year increase in net profit and a significant rise in revenue from online real estate services. Additionally, PJSC "Aeroflot" presented IFRS financials for the first nine months of 2025: the national carrier's net profit nearly doubled compared to the previous year due to a recovery in passenger traffic. These local results complemented the picture of the week on the MOEX market and were factored in by investors in the Russian stock market.
Conclusion: Key Takeaways of the Week
The week from December 8 to 12, 2025, was rich in both macroeconomic events and corporate earnings reports. The central event was the long-awaited Federal Reserve rate decision: its reduction by 0.25% and cautious comments set a positive tone for stock markets (the S&P 500 closed the week with gains). In Europe and Asia, investors also paid attention to central bank decisions (SNB, RBA) and inflation data, which collectively point to a trend of decelerating price growth and easing monetary policy. Among corporate reports, the most significant were the results from technology giants and retailers: strong quarterly reports from Broadcom, Oracle, and Lululemon highlighted resilience in demand across their respective sectors. At the same time, improved financial performance from several consumer sector companies (like Costco and AutoZone) indicates sustained purchasing activity. Investors should pay special attention to signals coming from the macroeconomic market (inflation and central bank policy) as well as to company forecasts for the next quarter. These factors will determine the future dynamics of global markets and help adjust investments ahead of the new year.
