New Delhi, April 19 -- A significant influx of corporate earnings and shifting geopolitical tensions are set to dictate Wall Street's momentum in the week ahead.

Market participants will be closely monitoring quarterly reports from several industry heavyweights, including electric vehicle maker Tesla, alongside Intel, IBM, Texas Instruments, Boeing, and American Express.

On the macroeconomic front, the week features essential data releases that could influence interest rate expectations. These include the March retail sales report, the University of Michigan's latest consumer sentiment index, and current home sales figures.

Geopolitical stability remains a central concern as the standoff over the Strait of Hormuz persists between the U...