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Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are hitting fresh record highs ahead of the Fed’s 2-day FOMC meeting which starts tomorrow.

Every Brea(d)th You Take: Market Concentration Risks

Greater mega-cap stock exposure carries significant upside risks, but concentration can also work against investors—helping make the case for diversification in portfolios.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed Decision, Economic Data Take Center Stage

All eyes will be on the Federal Reserve this week, with investors hoping for a rate cut, and signs of more market-boosting cuts on the horizon.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CLV25) recovered from early session losses to end Friday’s trade higher, despite concerns of a global oil glut.

Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks looked past softening labor market data and took a "don't fight the Fed" stance this week as stocks climbed higher into record territory.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed Rate Cut in Focus Despite Sticky CPI Report

All three major market indexes hit record highs on Thursday despite a sticky CPI report. Investors are now focused on the Fed cuts next week, and today’s consumer sentiment data.

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On Investing

Where Do Public & Private Markets Converge? (With Steven Meier)

Steven Meier, Deputy Comptroller and Chief Investment Officer for the New York City retirement systems, joins the show to discuss capital markets and public finance.

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Schwab's Market Perspective: The Inflation Problem

A Federal Reserve rate cut won't necessarily lower longer-term bond yields or mortgage rates.

Market Snapshot | September 2025

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