The final week of Q1 2025 earnings season is wrapping up with mostly encouraging results from S&P 500 companies. So far, about 90% of the firms in the index have reported their earnings, with 78% surpassing Wall Street’s expectations. This performance slightly exceeds historical averages, particularly in the retail sector, demonstrating resilience amidst market challenges. As companies prepare for the next quarters, monitoring earnings trends will provide valuable insights into future market behavior. Investors should consider these results when reassessing their investment strategies moving forward.