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Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are rebounding from yesterday's FOMC-induced sell-off, though investors are monitoring elevated Treasury yields and mega-cap tech results.

WashingtonWise Congress Heads Out, but Washington Keeps Working Ep. 144
Washington Wise

Congress Heads Out, but 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?

Bond Insights

Buying a Muni Below Par? Reasons to Think Twice

Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Wheat futures (/ZW) are one of the top performing commodities this morning as heatwaves and moisture deficits hit the U.S. Northern Plains and Canadian Prairies sparking drought discussions.

Divided Fed Leaves Interest 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.

photo of a circuit board

Why Bitcoin's Attack Costs Matter for Valuation

Bitcoin's valuation may be supported by the high estimated cost, complexity, and uncertainty of a 51% attack relative to potential attacker rewards.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Fed Decision and Microsoft, Meta Earnings In-Focus

Microsoft, Meta, and other AI-linked stocks' earnings may carry more weight than usual amid a chip-led tech sell-off. The Fed meeting also looms with inflation remaining stubborn.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Packed Earnings Slate In-Focus Before Fed Decision

Earnings from Visa, Boeing, KLA Corporation, Seagate, and more will be in focus today as investors continue their rotation away from AI darlings ahead of tomorrow's Fed meeting.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Markets Eye Mag 7, Fed Decision Amid Iran Tensions

A Fed rate decision and a crowded earnings and economic calendar feature this week. Highlights include GDP and PCE data as well as earnings from Microsoft, Meta, Apple, and Amazon.