SectionsMy IBDMy ProductsRecently SearchedSectorsLicensingMATT KRANTZUpdated 07:30 AM ET 08/10/2026Investors have braced for the second-quarter earnings for months — hoping for signs of how the S&P 500 is absorbing inflation. So far the answer is — very well. Nearly 90% of S&P 500 companies have reported quarterly results. And so far, they've checked all the boxes. Among the companies, 86% beat analysts' expectations for earnings per share and 76%…Copyright ©2026 Investor's Business Daily, LLC. All rights reserved. 87990cbe856818d5eddac44c7b1cdeb8INVESTING RESOURCESTake a Trial TodayGet instant access to exclusive stock lists, expert market analysis and powerful tools with 2 months of IBD Digital for only $20!IBD VideosGet market updates, educational videos, webinars, and stock analysis.Get StartedLearn how you can make more money with IBD's investing tools, top-performing stock lists, and educational content.