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Today's Options Market Update
Equity indexes rebounded after the possibility of a Fed rate hike this year led to declines Wednesday. Intel is up on news of a new chip. A peace deal is expected Friday.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
The Fed kept rates steady as expected, but the central bank's quarterly projections now include the possibility of at least one hike later this year.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Stocks are on track for modestly weekly gains following yesterday's FOMC-induced sell-off, as lower oil prices and yield stabilization encourage dip buying.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
With the Fed expected to keep rates unchanged, the dot-plot and Chairman Kevin Warsh's presser will be closely watched today as investors try to gauge the path of interest rates.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
The Fed isn't seen changing rates tomorrow, but it's Kevin Warsh's first rodeo as chairman, which could mean drama. Housing data today follows yesterday's sharp oil-driven rally.
Looking to the Futures
Gold futures (/GC) boasts a strong correlation to the E-mini S&P 500 (/ES) future.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Investors turn their attention to Kevin Warsh's first meeting as Fed chair after the SpaceX IPO and hopes for an Iran deal helped equities end a volatile week on a high note.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Any fresh developments around a possible Middle East peace plan could move markets after yesterday's rally, while consumer sentiment data outlines inflation expectations.
Market Outlook
Equity markets should remain supported by strong earnings and capital investment trends through 2026, but market concentration and macro risks leave less room for error.