Earnings Momentum Expected to Continue in 2026, PNC Asset Management Says

Yung-Yu Ma of PNC Asset Management said earnings momentum will remain strong this year. Ma joined CNBC's The Exchange to discuss what investors should keep in mind regarding recent earnings results and provided details on caveats to the estimates. The appearance occurred on May 8, 2026.

Ma addressed multiple aspects of the current earnings environment during the segment. The discussion took place against a backdrop of other market conversations. Separate segments on the same day covered topics including the effect of artificial intelligence investment on inflation, energy market developments tied to Iran, and shifts in consumer beverage preferences.

Corporate earnings have shown strength in recent quarters.

Investors continue to monitor whether that performance can extend through the remainder of 2026. Ma's remarks represent one view from the asset management industry on the durability of current trends. The segment included discussion of factors that could alter the trajectory of earnings growth.