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Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are in “risk off” mode with oil prices & the VIX is moving higher as middle east tension weighs on investor sentiment.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Focus returns to earnings as Walmart and Deere report before the bell. Both stocks had strong starts in 2026. Investors also brace for critical PCE and GDP data due early tomorrow.
Looking to the Futures
Soybeans continue their strong year despite trading down 5 cents Wednesday afternoon.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Fed minutes might provide insight on rate policy after Palo Alto Networks' results Tuesday failed to cheer tech traders. Caution remains elevated as rallies can't find traction.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
This week features GDP and PCE prices Friday after Walmart reports Thursday. Volatility is up after another poor showing from major indexes last week amid AI-related shakiness.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Most of the major indices are on track for weekly losses as rising concerns around AI disruption dampen investor sentiment.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Last week's whipsaw move from a 2% mid-week plunge to Friday's 2% gains might be hard to top. January nonfarm payrolls, retail sales, CPI, and a long list of Fed speakers loom.
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.
Market Outlook
International stocks could be poised for another strong year in 2026 due to accelerating global growth, attractive valuations and the potential for dollar weakness.