The Stock Market Faces a Critical Test on Wednesday -- Nvidia Earnings, Inflation, and GDP on the Same Day. Here’s What Investors Need to Know.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 brings three major market catalysts: Q2 GDP data, July PCE inflation report, and Nvidia earnings after market close. GDP growth remains weak at 1.5% while core inflation stays elevated at 3.3%, above the Fed's 2% target. Nvidia's data center revenue surged 92% to $75.2 billion last quarter, and investors will closely watch guidance, gross margins, and commentary on customer financing arrangements.