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Markets & Economy

Get timely stock market analysis, perspectives and ideas from Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

The week starts slowly but accelerates tomorrow with CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh. Two key chip industry firms report later this week.

July 13, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CL) have pulled back from the highs reached during the U.S.-Iran conflict, but refined product prices remain elevated.

July 13, 2026

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Stocks Fall on Oil, Iran

Mounting attacks over the weekend in the Strait of Hormuz sent stocks, especially tech, down in early trading as oil rose. Tomorrow brings CPI, Warsh testimony, and bank results.

July 13, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are on pace for a positive week but oil rose after escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. Traders await the debut of South Korean chip firm SK Hynix and mull Delta's results.

July 10, 2026

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Records and Red Flags?

As rising markets produce more millionaires, it's wise to remember risks beneath the surface, such as earnings-related choppiness and rising margin debt.

July 10, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks had a volatile week, but are on track for weekly gains, as investors overlook a flare-up in the Iran conflict in favor of Q2 earnings optimism.

July 10, 2026

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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.

July 09, 2026

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Social Security Benefit Cuts?

Fear around the future of Social Security payments is understandable, but it should not solely drive decisions on when to claim benefits.

July 09, 2026

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The New Temperamental Era

The Great Moderation has given way to a more volatile era, where inflation shocks and market dispersion favor flexibility and diversification.

July 08, 2026

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Washington: What to Watch Now

Trump Accounts launch with new guidance, the Supreme Court reinforces Fed independence, and an affordable housing bill moves toward becoming law.

July 07, 2026

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Bonds and Earnings

The bond market's reaction to earnings is often overlooked, but both corporate bonds and Treasuries can and do respond to company and overall earnings trends. Here's how.

July 07, 2026

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Rotation Beneath the Surface

As buying power rotates away from Mag 7 stocks, it is rotating toward everything else—small caps, cyclicals, and even bitcoin, which is perched at potential support.

July 02, 2026

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What Is Deflation?

Deflation is a broad drop in prices that can slow consumer spending, hurt corporate profits, and reduce economic growth. Learn what causes it and how it can impact markets.

June 30, 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 29, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

June 26, 2026

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Rate Hike Doubts, June Swoon

Falling oil prices make a 2026 rate hike less than certain, revisions to consumer spending dampen Q1 GDP report, and bitcoin's new bear market low tests bulls' patience.

June 26, 2026

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A Two-Sided Inflation Story

Commodity prices have rolled over, offering hope for inflation relief. But sticky prices remain elevated, suggesting the Fed's toughest work may still lie ahead.

June 23, 2026

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