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Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are starting the week in a bullish mode as investors applaud reports of a potential U.S.-Iran agreement which may include a re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Investors turn their attention to Kevin Warsh's first meeting as Fed chair after the SpaceX IPO and hopes for an Iran deal helped equities end a volatile week on a high note.
Kevin Warsh heads to Washington for his first meeting as chair of the Federal Reserve. What should investors expect? SCFR's Kevin Gordon looks to the week ahead.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CL) traded near two-month lows after reports of a potential U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Schwab Market Update
The U.S. and Iran agreed to a peace deal that would end the U.S. blockade of Iran's oil and open the Strait of Hormuz. Stocks rallied in response.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Any fresh developments around a possible Middle East peace plan could move markets after yesterday's rally, while consumer sentiment data outlines inflation expectations.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Stocks are on track for weekly gains following a bumpy start as reports of a potential Iran deal, and lower oil prices and yield lift investor sentiment.
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On Investing
What’s in store for the second half of 2026? A resilient economy may continue, but stretched valuations and shifting market correlations remain risks.