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Schwab Market Update Podcast
Banks might set the tone today as several report earnings a day before CPI data that could influence the Fed. Monday's session was light with bonds closed.
Looking to the Futures
USDA’s October World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report offered a mixed outlook for the grain markets.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are mixed ahead of an event-filled week as higher oil prices, additional Iran attacks and a closed bond market keep a lid on investor sentiment.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Major banks kick off third quarter earnings season this week as markets grapple with elevated Treasury yields, energy supply disruptions, and ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Major indexes reached record highs, but momentum divergences and defensive rotation suggest a more cautious backdrop. Oil prices and Treasury yields remain key variables.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
With rising yields testing stocks’ recent surge, investors are eyeing a 30-year Treasury auction today. PepsiCo earnings are on deck as third quarter earnings season begins.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
The broader market hit new highs Tuesday for the first time since mid-August. Investors await minutes from the Fed's last meeting and a 10-year Treasury note auction later today.
Commentary
Not sure which to choose? Here are some things to consider about individual bonds versus bond funds.
Bond Insights
Although investing in in-state municipal bonds may have tax advantages, there can be good reasons to buy out-of-state munis.