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Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Following Record High, Market Faces Jobs Parade

Jobs data dominate a holiday-shortened week, highlighted by Thursday's June payrolls. Stocks hit new record highs Friday despite trade tension with Canada. Powell talks tomorrow.

Bond Insights

Municipal Bonds: Mid-Year 2025 Outlook

Tax policy may continue to be a factor in the second half of the year, although Congress looks likely to maintain current tax brackets and the muni tax exemption.

Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

The S&P 500 is hitting record highs intraday amid some positive trade headlines and as inflation data did not spook the markets.

Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Weekly Trader's Outlook

The S&P 500 is on track to close at record highs as optimistic investor sentiment and bullish technical momentum propel risk assets higher. Are indices set to climb higher or will recent trade turmoil put a pause on the bull run?

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

The Markets Shrug at Geopolitics, for Now

Mike Townsend joins the show to discuss the news out of Washington, the evolving geopolitical landscape, and the market's reaction.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Good news for growing conditions is bad news for prices.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Jobless Claims, Nike Next but Tariff Focus Resumes

Nike results and jobless claims, along with GDP, are on tap after Micron reported solid earnings late Wednesday. With Middle East fears receding, tariff concerns could return.

Bond Insights

Corporate Bonds: Mid-Year 2025 Outlook

We continue to suggest an "up in quality" fixed income bias for the short run, but investors can still consider some of the riskier parts of the fixed income market in moderation.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

More Powell Ahead Along with Micron Results

Fed's Powell speaks to a Senate committee after helping key Tuesday's rally by signalling flexibility on rates. Micron reports later, and the Middle East remains a focus point.