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Markets & Economy
Today's Options Market Update
Yields dipped and stock indexes came off their worse levels after the Personal Consumption Expenditures price report for November had a lower-than-expected 0.1% rise.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks experienced a midweek correction following a hawkish FOMC meeting, but are recovering lost ground today following a cool PCE report.
PCE Helps Tame Early Losses
Yields dipped and stock indexes, while lower, came off their worse levels after the Personal Consumption Expenditures price report for November had a lower-than-expected 0.1% rise.
Looking to the Futures
Copper dropped to the lowest level in nearly a month this week after FOMC members updated their expectations for interest rates.
Fed Cuts Interest Rate, Projects Fewer Cuts Ahead
With economic growth rising at a stronger rate than expected for this part of the cycle and inflation holding above the 2.0% target, the Fed appears more cautious about the need for rate cuts.
Markets & Economy
Major Indexes Sink on Fed News
U.S. stocks retreated as the Fed indicated it likely would lower rates only twice in 2025. The Dow dropped more than 1,000 points, and the S&P slid almost 3%. The Nasdaq lost 3.6%.
New Year Trends on Wall Street
Investors reboot when a new year dawns, but 2025 stands out as a new administration takes over. This may affect investor behavior as they adjust for possible policy changes.
2025 Wealth Management Outlook
Stay on track in 2025 to reach your financial goals by anticipating tax changes, managing inflation concerns, and being aware of risk management costs.
Markets & Economy
Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast
A host of economic reports and earnings are expected to be released in the days ahead, and the Fed will hold a two-day meeting, its last of the year.
Top Five Surprises for 2025
Surprises most often are hiding in plain sight. Being aware and prepared with a plan for the unexpected are keys to achieving goals.
Perspective: 2025 Outlook
We expect gears to shift as potential policy changes under the Trump administration add to uncertainty about inflation and the global economy.
Markets & Economy
Market Snapshot
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
2025 U.S. Outlook
The U.S. economy and stock market are entering 2025 from a position of strength, but risks of volatility—especially pertaining to policy—are much higher compared to last year.
Weekly Market Outlook
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.
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Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
2025 Municipal Bond Outlook
We believe municipal bonds currently offer a compelling balance of risk and reward for investors in higher tax brackets.
2025 Corporate Bond Outlook
Strong 2024 performance may be tough to replicate given tight credit spreads, but we still have a favorable view on corporate bond investments given the strong economy.
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