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title: "S&P 500 earnings beat forecasts as Buffett indicator flashes risk"
type: "News"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/286650199.md"
description: "S&P 500 earnings exceeded forecasts, with seven of nine major firms surpassing EPS estimates and strong revenue growth across various sectors. However, the Buffett indicator has reached record levels, indicating potential overvaluation. Investors are at a crossroads, balancing positive earnings against macroeconomic risks such as geopolitical tensions and high asset prices."
datetime: "2026-05-16T16:21:18.000Z"
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# S&P 500 earnings beat forecasts as Buffett indicator flashes risk

Earnings momentum: Seven of nine major firms topped EPS estimates, with strong revenue growth across sectors from AI chips to real estate. Valuation warning: The Buffett indicator has climbed to record territory, signaling potential overvaluation despite recent stock market highs. Market crossroads: Investors face a split between upbeat earnings and macro risks, including geopolitical tensions and high asset prices.

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