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Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Trump's speech in Davos and arguments today at the Supreme Court about his effort to fire Fed Gov. Lisa Cook will likely occupy investors' attention today. Markets are up early.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Greenland Spat Jars Markets, Earnings Overshadowed

Strong earnings haven't been able to buoy U.S. stocks with investors rattled by tariff rhetoric amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland. Johnson & Johnson on deck today.

Schwab Market Update Map of globe, including Greenland
Schwab Market Update

Weakness Persists as Trump Speaks, Cook Case Looms

Trump's speech in Davos and arguments today at the Supreme Court about his effort to fire Fed Gov. Lisa Cook have investors nervous after Tuesday's sell-off. Gold rose again.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Natural gas futures reached their highest level this month as the first of several cold fronts swept through the eastern U.S.

Schwab Volatility Update

Greenland Spat Sparks Biggest Drop Since October

U.S. stocks face broad sell-off and Treasurys plunge with investors rattled by tariff threats amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland.

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Market Outlook

Time of the Season … For Year-End Targets

Year-end S&P 500 price targets implicitly assume continuity and fail to recognize volatility and macro forces that affect markets throughout any given year.

Where Might Value Accrue in the Crypto Market?

Understanding fundamental drivers can help investors evaluate different cryptocurrency protocols.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Packed Earnings Slate, Economic Data Loom Large

Earnings season is off to a strong start, but this week's packed reporting calendar and upcoming economic data will test whether the momentum can hold.

Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Weekly Trader's Outlook

The Russell 2000 and S&P 500 Equal Weight are on track for weekly gains as money flows towards non-tech areas of the market. Q4 earnings and firm economic data continues to support the bulls' thesis.