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

Looking to the Futures

Gold futures rebounded on Tuesday as investors positioned themselves ahead of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision.

October 28, 2026 • Jacob Baker

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Tech Rallies Ahead of Fed

AI-related stocks built on their rally early as investors warily watched rising oil and awaited today's Fed decision. Earnings from Microsoft and Alphabet come after the close.

October 28, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are seeing follow-through upside, led by tech/AI stocks, as healthy Q3 earnings reports help lift investor sentiment.

October 27, 2026

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Concerns, Crude, Central Banks

Investors sought safety in Treasuries this week as crude prices surged and AI-linked stocks sold off. Yields and earnings remain in focus as central banks meet next week.

October 23, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

The Nasdaq and S&P 500 are on track for modest weekly losses as lingering AI concerns send some investors into Treasuries.

October 23, 2026

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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

Earnings accelerate this week with a host of companies including Meta Platforms and Tesla. Last week was the worst since June for the Nasdaq as debt fears sent AI stocks reeling.

October 19, 2026

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

October 16, 2026

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Stocks that Track Commodities

When commodities rise due to an oil shock or lofty industrial demand, inflation often climbs. Stocks that track commodities might offer an inflation hedge but carry their own risk.

October 15, 2026

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Panic Is Not a Strategy

Panic is never a good investment strategy—nor is greed. Here's how disciplined investing helps navigate through volatile environments.

October 15, 2026

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Short Interest Monitor: 10/14

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. This edition features an unusual mix of firms, including a fintech giant and an athleisure leader.

October 14, 2026

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Washington: What to Watch Now

A look at the latest developments in Washington, from Trump Accounts and SEC vacancies to retirement plans and the approaching midterm elections.

October 13, 2026

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Rising Rates & Global Equities

Rising rates can affect global equities. Learn why the pace of yield increases, earnings strength, and diversification matter.

October 12, 2026

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Q3 2026 Bank Earnings Ahead

Amid potentially slowing IPO demand and the Fed's first interest rate hike in three years, the outlook for this quarter's bank earnings enters a more challenging phase.

October 12, 2026

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Cool Job Market May Help Fed

The jobless rate is consistent with full employment, while wage growth is cooling. That balance gives the Federal Reserve room to focus on fighting inflation.

October 12, 2026

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Fed Hikes and Your Portfolio

Explore how Fed rate hikes may affect the economy, stocks, bonds, and Treasury yields—and what investors should watch as inflation and growth evolve.

October 09, 2026

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Are IPOs a Bearish Signal?

IPO booms are often viewed as a warning sign by investors because of what they imply about market sentiment, but history shows using them as a timing tool can be a mistake.

October 07, 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.

October 07, 2026

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