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Markets & Economy

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

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

November 13, 2026 • Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon • Collin Martin • Michelle Gibley • Chris Ferrarone

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks have recovered off the morning lows as investors scramble to assess the potential impact to the AI buildout following news of Huang’s resignation.

November 12, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Natural Gas prices gave up early gains yesterday despite expectations of forecasts shifting colder and pushing heating demand higher.

November 12, 2026

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Stocks Down on Nvidia

The resignation of Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang after affair scandals sent the Nasdaq reeling today and hurt other indexes. A weak outlook from Nebius also weighed on tech.

November 12, 2026

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Short Interest Monitor: 11/12

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with rising short interest. The latest edition features a diverse mix of firms, including a fertilizer giant and a software "top pick."

November 12, 2026

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Investing in IPOs at Schwab

This step-by-step guide walks through the IPO investing process from start to finish, covering everything from reviewing the prospectus to submitting a conditional offer.

November 11, 2026

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How to Build a Bond Portfolio

Learn about the four key things we suggest investors understand about bond investing, from how bonds work to why today's yields may still offer opportunities.

November 11, 2026

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A Beginner's Guide to the Fed

The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States. Learn what it does, how it's structured, and why its policies matter for markets and the broader economy.

November 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.

November 05, 2026

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Extended Hours on Cboe Options

To potentially help traders manage risk and seize opportunities in equity options trading, the Cboe has introduced extended hours for options on select equities and ETFs.

November 05, 2026

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Democrats' Win: 6 Takeaways

Democrats swept Congress. Gridlock, a December shutdown risk, and a 2027 debt ceiling fight loom, but stocks historically rise post-midterms.

November 04, 2026

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Spinning Wheel: What Goes Up…

Major market indexes might look calm year to date, but subsurface churn has become increasingly intense, which is also being reflected in some economic growth data.

November 04, 2026

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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

After last Friday's tech-led selloff, markets kick off this week on shaky ground. Earnings from Apple and Palantir will be in focus today, while a slew of jobs reports await.

November 02, 2026

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Spending, Spreads, and Swings

Investors punish mega-caps for committing too much cash to AI, GDP tops estimates amid stalled consumer spending, and volatility could continue through next week's midterms.

October 30, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

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

October 30, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Most of the majors are on track for weekly losses as disappointing tech earnings results/guidance generate "risk off" sentiment from investors.

October 30, 2026

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Equity Factors Explained

Equity factor analysis can help explain market leadership, reveal portfolio concentrations, and compare strategies, but note that factor definitions and performance vary.

October 29, 2026

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