GameStop, Apple and Meta face key tests in crowded September week

Investors are focused on a crowded week of corporate and economic catalysts that could reshape expectations for major technology stocks. GameStop’s Sept. 8 earnings report will be judged primarily on whether its shrinking retail business is improving, rather than on gains from investments and interest income. Apple’s product event the following day is expected to feature new iPhone models, with investors watching pricing, release timing and the rollout of Apple Intelligence features amid the company’s elevated valuation. Meta Platforms also faces a developer showcase that could reinforce or challenge its growth narrative. Broader market sentiment will be shaped by Oracle and Adobe updates as well as August inflation data, which could influence expectations for Federal Reserve policy at its September meeting.