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Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are pulling back more than 1.00% today as continued Iran uncertainty, higher oil prices and elevated volatility weigh on investor sentiment.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Crude Still in Control Ahead of Adobe Results, PCE

With PCE inflation data due Friday but little data today, focus could fixate on oil prices and the war. Adobe reports later, shifting attention to the sagging software sector.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Residents out of the United States and the European Union are expressing concern over rising costs associated with heating oil driven by supply chain bottlenecks and regulatory oversight.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

Oil Rise Dents Stocks Before Key Jobs, Price Data

Tomorrow brings PCE prices and job openings data following Adobe earnings later today. Stocks fell sharply as crude neared $100 overnight, with attacks on tankers in focus.

Bond Insights

What Iran Conflict Could Mean for the Bond Market

Volatility spiked as investors questioned the Federal Reserve's next move, adding to existing concerns about private credit markets. Here's why investors shouldn't overreact.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

CPI Ahead, Oracle Tops Estimates, But Eyes on Oil

Investors wait for the February CPI this morning and mull stronger-than-expected earnings from Oracle, with eyes on crude oil as war news continues to drive trading.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Volatile Markets Keep Looking Toward Middle East

Though Wall Street embarked on a massive rebound yesterday, choppiness could remain a feature with crude oil elevated. Oracle reports later today and key CPI data comes tomorrow.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

After Worst Week in Months, Oil's Influence is Key

Crude oil prices could continue calling the shots this week as war remains front and center. Last Friday's disappointing jobs report raises new economic questions as CPI looms.

picture of a globe highlighting the Middle East

Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities

If tensions de-escalate soon, there could be relatively little impact on international markets. However, risks will rise if global energy supplies face a prolonged disruption.