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Today's Options Market Update
Major indexes rose and yields eased after the Fed's favored inflation data came in below expectations for August. Fed rate hike odds continued falling after the report.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
This morning's August PCE prices could help shape the Fed's rate decision, and Micron's earnings later might give the entire tech sector direction. Yields and oil remain in focus.
Looking to the Futures
Cattle prices face rising imports, supply pressure, and technical resistance. Cattle prices face rising imports, supply pressure, and technical resistance.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
There's a tug-of-war between movement on the geopolitical front and a feast of U.S. data this week, culminating in Friday's jobs report. Oil and yields could set the tone.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are on track for weekly gains, assisted by relative strength in AI-related stocks, and despite the march higher in global bond yields.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
U.S. and Chinese leaders meet today to discuss trade and oil, but the dramatic rally in yields this week may overshadow the event. Costco reports later, and new home sales are due.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Stocks rose Monday as AI shares surged after oil prices and Treasury yields retreated. Iran peace efforts and a Trump-Xi meeting are in focus this week amid a light earnings slate.
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.