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Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Weekly Trader's Outlook

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite managed to eke out fresh record intraday highs this week in the face of several new tariff announcements this week. However, there are signs that momentum is waning and next week has multiple potential catalysts to test the bull's resiliency.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Debt, Deficits & One Big Beautiful Bill

Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss the latest tariff news and the implications of the recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill."

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Schwab's Market Perspective: On Firmer Ground?

The resilient job market has supported stock gains, but Washington policy has been a primary market driver so far this year.

Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks slid from record highs after President Trump imposed 35% tariffs on Canadian imports. Volatility and Treasury yields rose on inflation fear, and investors await news of tariffs on the EU.

Market Snapshot | July 2025

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

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

The Brazilian real sold off sharply on Wednesday after President Trump threatened to impose a 50% tariff on imports from Brazil.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Delta Results, Jobless Claims, Fed Speaker Ahead

After closing at or near record highs yesterday, Wall Street braces for Delta results and a Fed governor's speech. Fed minutes showed willingness to consider rate cuts this year.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed Minutes Ahead as Market Seeks Fresh Direction

The week started on a slow note following the holiday with investors nervous about tariffs and the start of earnings. Fed minutes later today could provide some color on rates.

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Bond Insights

Fixed Income: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to questions investors are asking about Treasury bonds, tax policy, credit quality, and other issues affecting fixed income investments.