Weekly Market Outlook: Nvidia Earnings, Global Central Bank Decisions, and US PPI Data in Focus

Investors face a packed calendar this week as Nvidia (NVDA) reports fiscal Q4 earnings on February 25, with analysts at UBS and Oppenheimer projecting revenue beats of $2 billion to $3 billion. The results will serve as a key barometer for global AI demand. Central bank decisions from China, South Korea, and Thailand are also scheduled, alongside US PPI data on February 27. The People's Bank of China is expected to hold its benchmark loan prime rates steady at 3.0% and 3.5% on February 24. The Bank of Korea will likely maintain rates for a sixth consecutive meeting on February 27. US PPI is forecast to rise 0.3% month-over-month, with the annual rate easing to 2.8% from 3.0%. Fed minutes revealed officials reluctant to cut rates, with some warning of potential hikes if inflation persists. Eurozone CPI data from Germany, France, and Spain arrives February 28.