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

Reconsidering European Stocks

European equities may have support from global growth, improving fundamentals, lower relative valuations, and fiscal spending—plus diversification from the AI cycle.

September 14, 2026 • Chris Ferrarone • Michelle Gibley

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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

Last Friday's 0.3% monthly core CPI growth for August raised chances of a Fed rate hike Wednesday. Data is thin, so oil and a possible test of 5% for the 10-year note could be key.

September 14, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

The tech sector dove early after AI leaders spoke of the need to slow down technology following dire warnings. Oil jumped as Gulf tensions intensified and talks got postponed.

September 14, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CL) finished lower Friday but still posted a strong weekly gain, leaving the October contract near the $100-per-barrel level.

September 14, 2026

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Oil, AI Scares Pressure Stocks

The tech sector dove early after AI leaders spoke of the need to slow down technology following dire warnings. Oil jumped as Gulf tensions intensified and talks got postponed.

September 14, 2026

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Rates, Rigs, and Repositioning

A possible Fed hike puts tech in focus, oil climbs past $100 with hurricane risk looming, and retail traders grow more selective while bitcoin holds a pivotal level.

September 11, 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.

September 11, 2026

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Stocks remained range-bound, but underlying market volatility, sector rotation, rising oil prices, Treasury yields, and positioning ahead of next week's FOMC meeting kept the outlook cautious as equities tested key support levels.

September 11, 2026

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MOVE Index Explained

The MOVE Index, a.k.a. the "VIX of bonds," helps investors track volatility across U.S. Treasuries. Sometimes, it can signal future action in equities.

September 09, 2026

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Take a Hike

History suggests slower Fed tightening tends to support stronger market returns and firmer economic growth, while faster hikes typically deepen drawdowns.

September 09, 2026

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Global Diesel Supply Crunch

Wars have left global refineries struggling to meet demand for diesel fuel, pushing U.S. diesel exports to a record high and raising costs for businesses and consumers.

September 08, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

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

September 04, 2026

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Reminiscences of a Strategist

It's been 40 years since I began my career on Wall Street and the lessons I learned along the way from some all-time investment greats always hold true.

September 03, 2026

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Market Bubbles Explained

Famous market bubbles share some characteristics, but it's nearly impossible to predict how big a bubble might get and when one is about to burst.

September 03, 2026

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The News and Your Investments

Do big headlines tempt you to change your investment strategy? Consider this 3-step plan to help keep your money focused on long-term goals.

September 02, 2026

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Why Treasury Yields Are Rising

Rising Treasury yields have rattled markets. Collin Martin of the Schwab Center for Financial Research explains what's driving the move and what it all means for investors.

September 02, 2026

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Washington: What to Watch Now

House poised to pass bill to avoid government shutdown, two new members set to join the House, Fed chair speech boosts rate hike possibility, and national debt hits $40 trillion.

September 01, 2026

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