With Alcoa ( AA ) kicking off earnings season early last week, the focus for many investors has shifted away from larger macroeconomic reports and honed in on the reports of industry bellwethers. While Alcoa set the tone by beating estimates, many feared that the company would eventually fall prey to weakening aluminum prices, getting the second quarter earnings season off to a foggy start. This week, though mostly filled with major financial institutions, will feature several reports from key players throughout the commodity world, with a focus on energy [for more commodity news and analysis subscribe to our free newsletter ]. See the full story here → Related Posts: 5 Must-Watch Commodity Earnings This Week Fracking: The Modern Day Gold Rush Nucor (NUE) Fights To Stay In Trading Channel Steel Prices Heat Up Earnings Preview: Schlumberger Limited (SLB)