5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday 19 February 2021

On Thursday the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) was on form but gave back the majority of its gains late on to end just a few points higher at 6,885.9 points.

Will the market be able to build on this on Friday? Here are five things to watch:

ASX 200 expected to tumble

The Australian share market looks set to end the week on a disappointing note. According to the latest SPI futures, the ASX 200 is expected to open the day 34 points or 0.5% lower this morning. This follows a poor night on Wall Street, which in late trade sees the Dow Jones down 0.35%, the S&P 500 down 0.45%, and the Nasdaq down 0.7%.

Cochlear half year update

The Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH) share price will be one to watch this morning when it releases its half year…