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Looking to the Futures
Geopolitical developments remained the primary driver of oil futures, with market attention centered on the Persian Gulf region.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks received a mid-morning lift on an Axios report that a tentative deal to extend the ceasefire between the U.S. & Iran, though President Trump would still need to approve the agreement.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Today's April PCE report could indicate if energy prices are affecting core inflation. Additionally, several big firms report, including Dell, with a second GDP estimate also due.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
After stocks hit record highs Tuesday, Fed speakers and tech earnings are in focus today, while key inflation and GDP data are on the menu later this week.
Washington Watch
Kevin Warsh is officially the 17th Federal Reserve chair, senators punt immigration enforcement bill debate to early June, and SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce announces retirement.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Key inflation, housing, and consumer confidence data headline the shortened week ahead as a strong earnings season winds down after lifting stocks to near record highs.
As Wall Street eagerly awaits historically large IPOs, index providers weigh the implications and logistics of adding new members on an accelerated timeline.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
The S&P 500 Equal Weight and Dow Jones Industrial Average are both hitting fresh all-time highs today as investors appear optimistic about Iran negotiations ahead of the three-day weekend.
On Investing
Cooper Howard explains how municipal bonds can offer potentially attractive after-tax income, especially for higher earners, but require careful evaluation of tax brackets, credit quality, and relative value versus Treasuries and corporate bonds.