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Market Commentary

Get our experts' perspective on recent market trends and what they could mean for your investment portfolio.

The latest commentary

Washington: What to Watch Now

Kevin Warsh considers fewer Fed meetings, the Fed holds rates steady, the Senate moves to avert a shutdown, a new BLS chief is confirmed, and midterms near.

August 04, 2026

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Stocks Up on Earnings, Oil

Powered by strong results from Palantir and Caterpillar, stocks threatened record highs early. Possible progress on the Iran front also helped, and AMD and SpaceX report later.

August 04, 2026

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Q2 Tech Earnings Preview Part 2

Chip, software, and memory maker stocks headline the next wave of tech earnings. Here's what investors should watch, from AI infrastructure demand to memory market competition.

August 03, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

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

July 31, 2026

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Confidence Dips, Stocks Wobble

As the S&P 500 breaks through a support line, consumer confidence retreated. Meanwhile, broad-based tariffs are back under a new justification.

July 31, 2026

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Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged

In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.

July 29, 2026

Trading

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Today's Options Market Update

Nathan Peterson

August 04, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Michael Zarembski

August 04, 2026

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US stocks and economy

Our perspective on what's driving U.S. equity markets

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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.

July 09, 2026

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

July 17, 2026

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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

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U.S. Stocks Mid-Year Outlook

Learn what's in store for the remainder of 2026 and the challenges that lie ahead in our mid-year outlook for U.S. stocks and the economy.

June 03, 2026

International stocks and economy

Our take on crosscurrents affecting international equities

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

July 17, 2026 • Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon • Collin Martin • Michelle Gibley • Chris Ferrarone

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The Global Earnings Boom

The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.

July 13, 2026

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Global Equity Outlook

Equity markets should remain supported by strong earnings and capital investment trends through 2026, but market concentration and macro risks leave less room for error.

June 08, 2026

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AI and Emerging Market Stocks

Emerging market stocks have rebounded to new highs following their correction at the onset of the Iran war. The recent rally has been concentrated around AI. Can this continue?

May 11, 2026

Fixed income

Insights on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets

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Muni Below Par? What to Know

Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.

July 30, 2026 • Cooper Howard

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Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged

In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.

July 29, 2026

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Choosing Out-of-State Munis

Although investing in in-state municipal bonds may have tax advantages, there can be good reasons to buy out-of-state munis.

July 22, 2026

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Inside the Fed’s Toolbox

What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.

July 21, 2026

Government affairs

Our take on policy decisions that may affect markets and investments

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