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Markets & Economy

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

Markets & Economy

Looking to the Futures

Friday’s July USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report delivered a few surprises for grain traders, even with the growing season still in its early stages,

July 14, 2026 Michael Zarembski

Stocks Up Early on CPI Data

Inflation data from June hit lower than Wall Street estimates, lifting stocks early. Bank earnings generally impressed, and Fed Chair Warsh testifies before Congress later today.

July 14, 2026

Service Prices a Worry for Fed

Inflation in the services sector has gained steam in recent months, making life harder for Federal Reserve policymakers regardless of what happens with oil prices.

July 13, 2026

Q2 2026 Bank Earnings Ahead

The Fed's recent shift into a more hawkish mode creates concern about banking profits later this year, but second-quarter results are seen strong thanks to IPOs, mergers.

July 13, 2026

Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

The week starts slowly but accelerates tomorrow with CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh. Two key chip industry firms report later this week.

July 13, 2026

Markets & Economy

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are lower across the board to start the busy week as higher oil prices and Treasury yields, driven by attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, dampen investor sentiment.

July 13, 2026

Q2 2026 Bank Earnings Ahead

The Fed's recent shift into a more hawkish mode creates concern about banking profits later this year, but second-quarter results are seen strong thanks to IPOs, mergers.

July 13, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks had a volatile week, but are on track for weekly gains, as investors overlook a flare-up in the Iran conflict in favor of Q2 earnings optimism.

July 10, 2026

Markets & Economy

Records and Red Flags?

As rising markets produce more millionaires, it's wise to remember risks beneath the surface, such as earnings-related choppiness and rising margin debt.

July 10, 2026

Social Security Benefit Cuts?

Fear around the future of Social Security payments is understandable, but it should not solely drive decisions on when to claim benefits.

July 09, 2026

Market Snapshot

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

July 09, 2026

Markets & Economy

The New Temperamental Era

The Great Moderation has given way to a more volatile era, where inflation shocks and market dispersion favor flexibility and diversification.

July 08, 2026

Washington: What to Watch Now

Trump Accounts launch with new guidance, the Supreme Court reinforces Fed independence, and an affordable housing bill moves toward becoming law.

July 07, 2026

Bonds and Earnings

The bond market's reaction to earnings is often overlooked, but both corporate bonds and Treasuries can and do respond to company and overall earnings trends. Here's how.

July 07, 2026

Markets & Economy

Rotation Beneath the Surface

As buying power rotates away from Mag 7 stocks, it is rotating toward everything else—small caps, cyclicals, and even bitcoin, which is perched at potential support.

July 02, 2026

What Is Deflation?

Deflation is a broad drop in prices that can slow consumer spending, hurt corporate profits, and reduce economic growth. Learn what causes it and how it can impact markets.

June 30, 2026

The 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.

June 29, 2026

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