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Investing Strategies

Insights and information on investing and more from Charles Schwab & Co. Inc.

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

June 12, 2026 • Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon • Collin Martin • Michelle Gibley • Chris Ferrarone

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How AI Is Casting a Shadow

Bitcoin continued to dip, Schwab clients bought chip names, and the CPI popped higher but not by enough to impact rate-hike predictions.

June 12, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks are on track for weekly gains following a bumpy start as reports of a potential Iran deal, and lower oil prices and yield lift investor sentiment.

June 12, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

President Trump called for the capture of Kharg Island then a peace agreement hours later, whipsawing oil futures during Thursday’s trading session.

June 12, 2026

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Stocks Up as Oil Falls

A roller coaster week ends with major indexes up on hopes for peace progress. Next week's Fed meeting is another milestone and today brings consumer inflation expectations data.

June 12, 2026

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The Short Interest Monitor

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

June 11, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher across the board in the face of a hotter-than-expected producer price index report. Iran headlines and oil prices remain on the radar.

June 11, 2026

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What Is Private Credit?

Private credit investments provided by nonbank lenders to companies can offer potentially higher returns than publicly traded debt. Here's what to know before investing.

June 11, 2026

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Massive IPOs Get Fast-Tracked

As Wall Street eagerly awaits historically large IPOs, index providers weigh the implications and logistics of adding new members on an accelerated timeline.

June 10, 2026

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STAX Trends: Millennial Bulls

The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ tracks client activity to gauge sentiment. Younger generations closed the sentiment gap in May, becoming more bullish as indexes hit highs.

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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Signs of Firms Raising Prices

Businesses appeared to shift price increases downstream at the fastest pace in more than a decade in April, according to the Producer Price Index for trade services.

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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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

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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

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Why Are Buybacks Soaring?

Companies in the S&P 500® Index have been repurchasing shares at record levels. But a buyback doesn't always signal financial strength.

June 05, 2026

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Insights & Education are provided by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed. Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.