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Schwab Market Update Podcast
Fed Chairman Powell's hawkish rate talk cooled Wednesday's rally, and two of the three mega caps saw shares fall despite exceeding consensus. Apple and Amazon report later today.
Looking to the Futures
The Mexican peso has gained 16% against the U.S. dollar this year, even as Mexico continues to renegotiate terms with its biggest trading partner.
The Federal Reserve lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected. However, dissenting votes may cloud the path forward.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are mostly higher around midday as markets await the Fed, mega-cap tech earnings and clarity around U.S./China trade.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Alphabet, Microsoft, and Meta Platforms report after the close with all eyes on AI spending trends. The Fed is expected to cut rates 25 basis points, futures trading suggests.
Washington Watch
The government shutdown drags on, with several potential pressure points looming in coming days.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
This week offers something for everyone including a Fed meeting, five mega cap reports, and China trade talks. Mega cap results might have the most impact, with expectations high.
Market Outlook
Still-healthy demand and disciplined cost control are central themes for earnings, which continue to suggest a mostly resilient economy in light of government data darkness.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
A long gap in government data pauses briefly today with September CPI. Analysts see 0.4% growth, unchanged from August. Trade optimism grew ahead of Trump's meeting with Xi.