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Markets & Economy
Today's Options Market Update
Fresh tariff threats from President Trump against Apple's iPhone and imports from Europe sent stocks and yields down ahead of the long weekend. Nvidia, GDP, and PCE loom next week.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks are on track for weekly losses, as rising longer-term Treasury yields and a resurrection of tariff threats incentivize traders to move some investment dollars to the sidelines.
Tariff Threats Hit Market
Fresh tariff threats from President Trump against Apple's iPhone and imports from Europe sent stocks and yields down ahead of the long weekend. Nvidia, GDP, and PCE loom next week.
Looking to the Futures
Bonds tumbled as investors considered the tax bill that passed the House on Wednesday.
A Fresh Approach to Key Data
A host of data influences the market, including jobs and GDP. Learn how savvy investors decipher their meaning and what they watch for beneath the surface.
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Understanding MBS Investing
Residential mortgage-backed securities, or MBS, are a big part of the securitized investment market. Here's what to know about MBS investing.
What Is a Tariff?
Tariffs have long been part of U.S. economic policy, but big changes can disrupt markets and trade. Here's a quick overview of some questions investors may have.
Muni Below Par? What to Know
Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.
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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast
The markets are coming off a strong week after a sudden thaw in U.S.-China trade relations, but tariffs and inflation remain a concern.
Why International and Why Now
The shifting change in market leadership to international outperformance may call for a portfolio review to assess overexposure risks.
Weekly Market Outlook
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.
Markets & Economy
Perspective: Tariff Effect
Stocks have rebounded since the White House delayed steep tariffs that were announced in early April, but trade policy remains a potential driver of volatility.
Q1 Retail Earnings
While Q1 retail earnings results are expected to be good, analysts will be watching for indications about tariff management for the rest of the year.
Washington: What to Watch Now
With U.S.-China tariff hikes "paused," attention turns to massive budget bill.
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Sentiment's Message
The April plunge in stocks ushered in a huge washout in investor sentiment, but more so on the attitudinal side as opposed to the behavioral side.
Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
Fed Holds Policy Rate Steady
The Fed held the federal funds rate steady but noted that the risks of slowing economic growth and higher inflation have risen.
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