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Iran Deadline Looms, Putting Focus on Oil, Yields

President Trump's deadline tonight for Iran to re-open the strait or face new attacks could keep investors nervous today, keeping focus on oil. A Treasury auction is also on tap.

Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are seeing some upside bias to start the week as markets continue to monitor Iran developments, oil prices.

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Adding Cryptocurrency to a Portfolio? 2 Approaches

Interested in adding cryptocurrencies to your portfolio? Here are two approaches to consider.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

After Surprise Jobs Jump, Key Inflation Data Ahead

Friday's March payrolls data that showed jobs growth of 178,000 sent bond yields higher in holiday trading. This week brings key inflation reports and earnings from Delta.

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Schwab Market Insights

Schwab Market Insights provides an overview of market data and trends, with commentary, empowering investors with the information they need.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

Cautious Optimism to Start Week Despite Firm Crude

Though crude is near $110 and volatility rose, stocks mostly climbed early on hopes Iran and the U.S. might consider a ceasefire proposal. Inflation data is key this week.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures prices rose sharply this past week with the lead month May futures up over 11% on Thursday.

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On Investing

What the Iran Conflict Could Mean for Stocks, Bonds & Inflation

What are some of the economic ripple effects stemming from the war in Iran?

Sector Views

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.