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Schwab Volatility Update

The roaring chip sector fell sharply Friday, pushing down the entire market in a bruising session. The impetus was rate worries after solid jobs data, along with Broadcom guidance.
arial view of a winding river
Market Outlook

For the bond market in the second half of 2026, income still matters, but investors should be selective. Now is not the time to favor long-duration investments.
Today's Options Market Update

The May nonfarm payrolls report showed 172,000 new jobs, doubling consensus. Unemployment remained at 4.3%. Yields rose sharply and stocks slid as rate hike odds climbed.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Stocks are seeing the largest one-day drop this year as this morning's blowout monthly jobs report, and spike in bond yields, triggers profit taking from traders.
On Investing with Liz Ann Sonders & Collin Martin
On Investing

IPO hype is rising, but fundamentals still matter. We break down valuations, index mechanics, and why Fed policy and rates still play a key role for investors.
Looking to the Futures

Copper futures rebounded on Thursday, recovering some of the losses from Wednesday’s volatile session.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

The May nonfarm payrolls report showed 172,000 new jobs, doubling consensus. Unemployment remained at 4.3%. Yields rose sharply and stocks slid as rate hike odds climbed.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Markets could enter a holding pattern as participants consolidate before Friday's nonfarm payrolls report. Yields threatened 4.5% and oil threatens $100 as war jitters continue.

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

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