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Looking to the Futures

Copper futures (/HG) have spent much of the summer consolidating.

August 04, 2026 • Michael Zarembski

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher to start August as potential negotiations between the U.S. and Iran translate into lower oil prices and bond yields.

August 03, 2026

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Q2 Tech Earnings Preview Part 2

Chip, software, and memory maker stocks headline the next wave of tech earnings. Here's what investors should watch, from AI infrastructure demand to memory market competition.

August 03, 2026

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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

Palantir kicks off another packed earnings slate after the bell, while manufacturing data is in focus this morning. Attention will then shift to jobs data later in the week.

August 03, 2026

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Stocks Up as Oil Retreats

Major indexes rose early as oil and yields fell. Trump postponed an attack on Iran, and Japan and the U.S. jointly supported the yen. Palantir reports earnings later.

August 03, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

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

July 31, 2026

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Confidence Dips, Stocks Wobble

As the S&P 500 breaks through a support line, consumer confidence retreated. Meanwhile, broad-based tariffs are back under a new justification.

July 31, 2026

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Stocks are on track for modest weekly gains, despite a volatile post-FOMC reaction in the bond market. Strong cloud services growth from hyperscalers Amazon and Microsoft has helped offset rising Treasury yields.

July 31, 2026

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Muni Below Par? What to Know

Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.

July 30, 2026

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Trump Accounts: What to Know

Learn how Trump Accounts could help families save for their children's futures with flexible contributions and tax-free growth potential.

July 29, 2026

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Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged

In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.

July 29, 2026

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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.

July 28, 2026

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AI Adds to Inflation Concerns

Some argue AI will cool inflation over the long term, but the historic buildout is driving up demand and prices for a range of tech products, adding to inflationary pressures.

July 27, 2026

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Clarity Act and Credit Spreads

This week's update includes analysis of China's approach to AI, thoughts on another potential government shutdown, a Clarity Act check-in, and a look at credit spread trends.

July 24, 2026

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Health Care Earnings Preview

Government cuts are hitting insurers and care providers, while some pharmaceutical companies are reaping the benefits of innovative obesity and diabetes drugs.

July 23, 2026

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Q2 Mag 7 Earnings Preview

Here's what to watch as the Magnificent Seven report earnings, from AI monetization and capital expenditures to guidance and company-specific trends.

July 21, 2026

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Inside the Fed’s Toolbox

What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.

July 21, 2026

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