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

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher across the board to close out Q2 as traders position ahead of tomorrow's speech from Kevin Warsh and Thursday's monthly jobs report.

June 30, 2026 • Nathan Peterson

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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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Looking to the Futures

This morning’s USDA June Prospective Plantings and Quarterly Grain Stocks reports, due at 11 a.m. CDT, will be closely watched by grain traders.

June 30, 2026

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Stocks Open Little-Changed

With the jobs data due after the open and Nike earnings this afternoon, stocks were little-changed early Tuesday after major indexes snapped back to start the week.

June 30, 2026

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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

Stocks wobbled through a rough week last week, as investors look ahead to a short week punctuated by key jobs updates.

June 29, 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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Weekly Trader's Outlook

The tech sector was hit with selling pressure and volatility this week, despite lower oil prices and yields, as money continues to flow towards other areas of the economy.

June 26, 2026

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Washington: What to Watch Now

Kevin Warsh leads his first FOMC meeting, affordable housing bill poised to pass Congress, and Trump's BLS head nominee vows to protect independence of government economic data.

June 23, 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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What Is Inflation?

Inflation is a broad rise in the prices of goods and services over time that reduces purchasing power. Learn what causes it, how it's measured, and why it matters to investors.

June 22, 2026

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What Is Stagflation?

Stagflation is a mix of high inflation, weak economic growth, and rising unemployment. Learn what causes it, how it affects markets, and what it can mean for investors.

June 18, 2026

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Nvidia Borrows, Breadth Widens

The number of stocks trading above their 50-day moving averages is above recent lows. Meanwhile, earnings estimates are down for Q2 and Nvidia's bond sale sparks shrugs.

June 18, 2026

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Hawkish Fed Keeps Rates Steady

The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged in Kevin Warsh's first meeting as chair, but a hawkish policy statement and economic projections raise the odds of a rate hike this year.

June 17, 2026

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Mid-Year Muni Bond Outlook

In our view, municipal bonds may offer attractive tax-efficient income potential, though elevated supply, an uncertain rate backdrop, and issuer dispersion may pose risks.

June 17, 2026

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Firms with Stock Portfolios

More companies, particularly in tech, are buying shares in other companies. What's behind this strategy, and what should investors know when they invest?

June 16, 2026

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