Market Commentary
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Markets and Economy
Stocks Rise Early as Oil Prices, Yields Fall
Stocks rose in early trading as oil prices and Treasury yields fell and the AI trade regained its footing, with chipmakers gaining ground.
Markets and Economy
Labor Tightness | Week Ahead
The number of people continuing to file for unemployment insurance has started to fall. Schwab's Kevin Gordon looks at what that labor market tightness may mean in the Week Ahead.
What's Behind the Fed's Rate Hike?
What are the implications of a more hawkish Fed, and what should investors watch as markets weigh the possibility of additional rate hikes?
Markets and Economy
Schwab Market Perspective
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
Markets and Economy
Fed Hikes in 12-0 Vote
Fed policymakers unanimously voted to raise rates 25 basis points, the first hike since 2023, and vowed to fight inflation. Another hike is seen this year, but 2027 is in question.
Fixed Income
Are Munis Still Worth It?
Municipal bonds might still offer attractive tax-advantaged income and relatively stable credit quality for investors who understand the risks.
Trading
US stocks and economy
Our perspective on what's driving U.S. equity markets
Markets and Economy
Market Snapshot
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
Markets and Economy
Labor Tightness | Week Ahead
The number of people continuing to file for unemployment insurance has started to fall. Schwab's Kevin Gordon looks at what that labor market tightness may mean in the Week Ahead.
Markets and Economy
Schwab Market Perspective
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
What's Behind the Fed's Rate Hike?
What are the implications of a more hawkish Fed, and what should investors watch as markets weigh the possibility of additional rate hikes?
International stocks and economy
Our take on crosscurrents affecting international equities
Markets and Economy
Schwab Market Perspective
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
International
Reconsidering European Stocks
European equities may have support from global growth, improving fundamentals, lower relative valuations, and fiscal spending—plus diversification from the AI cycle.
Markets and Economy
Geopolitical Uncertainty
Geopolitical developments at home and abroad could have longer-lasting impacts on the markets. Here, three experts discuss what it all means for investors.
International
Diversification, Concentration
Tech and AI are driving a greater share of global equity market returns and earnings growth, raising concentration risks and the need for broader diversification.
Fixed income
Insights on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets
Markets and Economy
Schwab Market Perspective
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
What's Behind the Fed's Rate Hike?
What are the implications of a more hawkish Fed, and what should investors watch as markets weigh the possibility of additional rate hikes?
Cash
Cash Solutions for Investors
Not all cash belongs in the same place. Learn how cash solutions and short-term investments can work together, while supporting different goals within your broader financial plan.
Cash
Cash Management at Any Age
Keep cash management simple and purposeful at every age with tips on savings, emergency cushions, and money for life's big goals.
Government affairs
Our take on policy decisions that may affect markets and investments
Markets Ahead of the Midterms
Strong earnings continue to power market gains, but can they keep growing enough to balance mounting risks from war, inflation, and bond market turmoil?
