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Today's Options Market Update
The new Fed chairman is expected to take office today facing an ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has fueled inflation. Major indexes are poised for a positive week.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
The S&P 500 Equal Weight and Dow Jones Industrial Average are both hitting fresh all-time highs today as investors appear optimistic about Iran negotiations ahead of the three-day weekend.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil erased its early morning gains on Thursday as optimism surrounding a potential peace deal with Iran sent prices lower.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
The two main features today come after lunch starting with Fed minutes and concluding with Nvidia's post-close results. High yields have stocks down three straight sessions.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Though oil prices and yields could set direction later, investors focus this morning on Home Depot earnings that kick off a busy reporting week. Nvidia looms tomorrow afternoon.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Stocks are shaky following Friday's sell-off in reaction to rising yields and oil. Treasuries might continue calling the shots in a week dominated by retail earnings and Nvidia.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Investors might be focused on any trade news coming out of the U.S. meeting with China, as well as any progress addressing the war. April retail sales could reflect rising prices.
Bond Insights
Although municipal bonds pay interest that is generally exempt from federal and state income taxes, it's not always free from all taxes.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Stocks start 2026 on a four-day skid after another drop Wednesday amid little news. Trading could be light between the holiday and the weekend. No major data or earnings are due.