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Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed Seen Pausing Later as PPI, Oil Get Early Focus

The Fed is seen keeping rates paused at its meeting today, but investors await key economic and rate projections. PPI and crude are front and center early with inflation fears up.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed Gathers Amid Focus on Crude, Nvidia GTC Event

As the Fed prepares for a rate decision tomorrow, few expect a move. Instead, focus might stay on crude after its retreat gave stocks a lift Monday. Nvidia's event also continues.

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Washington Watch

Washington: What to Watch Now

Investigation of Federal Reserve chair hits an obstacle, while the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down amid funding standoff.

Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks have been holding ground despite slightly higher oil prices as markets position ahead of tomorrow’s FOMC rate decision and press conference.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

Stocks Waver with Crude Up Again, Fed and PPI Next

Stocks moved between slight losses and gains early as crude prices rose. There's been no progress reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The Fed meeting starts today, with PPI tomorrow.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed, Nvidia, Micron Loom but $98 Crude Crowds View

Investors face a Fed meeting, chip giant Micron's results, and a long awaited Nvidia conference. Stocks are down three straight weeks, and oil hit $98 Friday, dominating news.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CLJ26) remain well above $90 per barrel on Friday as the Iranian conflict shows few signs of a near-term resolution.

Sector Views

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.