Market Commentary
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Fixed Income
Higher for Longer
The Fed may stay on hold, but hike risks are rising. What might that mean for Treasury yields and bond portfolio positioning?
International
Diversification, Concentration
Tech and AI are driving a greater share of global equity market returns and earnings growth, raising concentration risks and the need for broader diversification.
Markets and Economy
Inflation & Small Biz | Week Ahead
With CPI and PCE on tap for this week, Schwab's Kevin Gordon focuses on the impact of inflation on small businesses in the U.S. in his look at the Week Ahead.
Good News Is Bad News
What happens when a strong economy becomes a challenge for markets? Collin Martin and Kevin Gordon unpack the outlook for stocks and bonds amid higher yields.
US
The Way You Make Me Feel
Investors remain cautious despite bullish positioning, as rotations curb speculation while record margin debt and high equity allocations raise longer-term risks.
Government Policy
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.
US stocks and economy
Our perspective on what's driving U.S. equity markets
Markets and Economy
Market Snapshot
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
Markets and Economy
Inflation & Small Biz | Week Ahead
With CPI and PCE on tap for this week, Schwab's Kevin Gordon focuses on the impact of inflation on small businesses in the U.S. in his look at the Week Ahead.
Good News Is Bad News
What happens when a strong economy becomes a challenge for markets? Collin Martin and Kevin Gordon unpack the outlook for stocks and bonds amid higher yields.
US
The Way You Make Me Feel
Investors remain cautious despite bullish positioning, as rotations curb speculation while record margin debt and high equity allocations raise longer-term risks.
International stocks and economy
Our take on crosscurrents affecting international equities
International
Diversification, Concentration
Tech and AI are driving a greater share of global equity market returns and earnings growth, raising concentration risks and the need for broader diversification.
Markets and Economy
Schwab Market Perspective
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
International
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.
International
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.
Fixed income
Insights on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets
Fixed Income
Higher for Longer
The Fed may stay on hold, but hike risks are rising. What might that mean for Treasury yields and bond portfolio positioning?
Good News Is Bad News
What happens when a strong economy becomes a challenge for markets? Collin Martin and Kevin Gordon unpack the outlook for stocks and bonds amid higher yields.
Fixed Income
Muni Below Par? What to Know
Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.
Markets and Economy
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.
Government affairs
Our take on policy decisions that may affect markets and investments
Washington Keeps Working
There is plenty of activity in Washington that can move the markets, even with Congress in recess. So what should you be watching?
