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Markets & Economy

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

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are giving back some of yesterday’s bounce as modestly higher oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields keep investor optimism contained.

March 24, 2026 • Nathan Peterson

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Quarterly Earnings Calls

A company's earnings call gives investors a ringside seat, providing insights and perspective that go beyond the numbers. Here's how they work and what to listen for.

March 24, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Equities stabilized on Monday after President Trump delayed planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure ahead of negotiations.

March 24, 2026

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Stocks Down, Oil Up

After the best day since war began, stocks turned tail early as crude oil and Treasury yields rose. There's no sign of progress toward ending the conflict or reopening the strait.

March 24, 2026

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Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

War and oil have the spotlight almost to themselves as the week ahead features little in the way of major data or earnings news. The S&P 500 hit six-month lows Friday.

March 23, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Major indices are on track for the fourth straight week of losses, and are now technically oversold, as the U.S./Iran conflict continues to dominate market psychology.

March 20, 2026

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Stock Market's Ups and Downs

Many investors think about getting out of the stock market when it gets bumpy. But history shows that staying invested over the long term has resulted in positive gains.

March 18, 2026

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Fed Keeps Rates Steady

The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.

March 18, 2026

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War's Impact on Stocks

A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.

March 18, 2026

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Washington: What to Watch Now

Investigation of Federal Reserve chair hits an obstacle, while the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down amid funding standoff.

March 17, 2026

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Monitoring Short Interest

This snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest can help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

March 17, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

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

March 13, 2026

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The worsening energy shock from the Iran War has raised risks of a more severe crisis. It may resolve quickly, but the longer it persists, the larger the possible economic damage. Asia and Europe are most vulnerable.

March 13, 2026

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

March 13, 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.

March 12, 2026

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Can AI Gains Keep Prices Down?

Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh sees AI-fueled productivity keeping inflation down while also helping the economy grow. This theory isn't universally accepted, even at the Fed.

March 11, 2026

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Iran: Potential Bond Impact

Volatility spiked as investors questioned the Federal Reserve's next move, adding to existing concerns about private credit markets. Here's why investors shouldn't overreact.

March 11, 2026

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