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Market Commentary

Get our experts' perspective on recent market trends and what they could mean for your investment portfolio.

The latest commentary

Markets Dip Early on CPI Data

May Consumer Price Index data was hot, but not as hot as expected. Energy was the main driver. Yields retreated, stocks fell, and oil rose early as Middle East tensions flared.

June 10, 2026

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Washington: What to Watch Now

The Senate passed $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill, Capitol Hill struggles to find consensus on how to regulate AI, and the Trump Accounts app is live.

June 09, 2026

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Global Equity Outlook

Equity markets should remain supported by strong earnings and capital investment trends through 2026, but market concentration and macro risks leave less room for error.

June 08, 2026

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Chip Stocks Fall Sharply

The roaring chip sector fell sharply Friday, pushing down the entire market in a bruising session. The impetus was rate worries after solid jobs data, along with Broadcom guidance.

June 05, 2026

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EPS growth & global trends

A strong earnings season wraps up, bitcoin takes a sharp dip, and why a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz isn't a magic solution to spiking crude.

June 05, 2026

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2026 Mid-Year Bond Outlook

For the bond market in the second half of 2026, income still matters, but investors should be selective. Now is not the time to favor long-duration investments.

June 05, 2026

Trading

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Today's Options Market Update

Joe Mazzola

June 10, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Dan Sweeney

June 10, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson, Jim Ferraioli

June 05, 2026

US stocks and economy

Our perspective on what's driving U.S. equity markets

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Market Snapshot

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

June 04, 2026

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U.S. Stocks Mid-Year Outlook

Learn what's in store for the remainder of 2026 and the challenges that lie ahead in our mid-year outlook for U.S. stocks and the economy.

June 03, 2026

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

May 15, 2026

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Q1 Earnings: Feelin' Alright

S&P 500 first quarter 2026 earnings are tracking at nearly 28% year-over-year, with rising profit margins suggesting the strong run could persist.

May 06, 2026

International stocks and economy

Our take on crosscurrents affecting international equities

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Global Equity Outlook

Equity markets should remain supported by strong earnings and capital investment trends through 2026, but market concentration and macro risks leave less room for error.

June 08, 2026 • Chris Ferrarone • Michelle Gibley

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

May 15, 2026

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AI and Emerging Market Stocks

Emerging market stocks have rebounded to new highs following their correction at the onset of the Iran war. The recent rally has been concentrated around AI. Can this continue?

May 11, 2026

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Iran: Relief vs. Resolution

While the temporary truce is welcome news, critical questions are still unanswered and the possibility for a wide range of potential outcomes for the Iran War remains.

April 10, 2026

Fixed income

Insights on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets

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2026 Mid-Year Bond Outlook

For the bond market in the second half of 2026, income still matters, but investors should be selective. Now is not the time to favor long-duration investments.

June 05, 2026 • Collin Martin

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

May 15, 2026

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Preferreds Might Offer Value Amid Volatility

Yields for preferred securities have generally risen more than corporate bond and long-term Treasury yields over the past few months, making them more attractive to investors.

May 13, 2026

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Oil Prices and the Muni Market

Higher oil prices have both positive and negative effects on the municipal bond market. Investors may want to evaluate their concentration risk.

April 22, 2026

Government affairs

Our take on policy decisions that may affect markets and investments

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