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Schwab Market Update Podcast

CPI Ahead, Oracle Tops Estimates, But Eyes on Oil

Investors wait for the February CPI this morning and mull stronger-than-expected earnings from Oracle, with eyes on crude oil as war news continues to drive trading.

Bond Insights

What Iran Conflict Could Mean for the Bond Market

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.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Volatile Markets Keep Looking Toward Middle East

Though Wall Street embarked on a massive rebound yesterday, choppiness could remain a feature with crude oil elevated. Oracle reports later today and key CPI data comes tomorrow.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

After Worst Week in Months, Oil's Influence is Key

Crude oil prices could continue calling the shots this week as war remains front and center. Last Friday's disappointing jobs report raises new economic questions as CPI looms.

Onward

Who Owns Treasury Bonds—and Why Does It Matter?

How private investors are influencing U.S. Treasury markets, and what it could mean for fixed income investors.

Bond Insights

Could the U.S. Dollar Lose Its Reserve Status?

Could the U.S. dollar lose its place as the world's reserve currency? Despite a long-term trend toward currency diversification, we don't see the dollar losing dominance anytime soon.

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On Investing

A Career in Investing: Kathy Jones' Parting Thoughts on the Markets

As Collin Martin prepares to take over as co-host of the show, Kathy Jones reflects back on lessons learned from her career in the investing world.

Smoke on the Water…Fire Under the Surface

Notwithstanding developments in the Iran conflict, there are important leadership shifts still at play within the equity market, which emphasize the importance of diversification.

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Washington Watch

Washington: What to Watch Now

Congress will seek more details from the Trump administration on its plans following military action in Iran.