Markets and Economy
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Today's Options Market Update
Stocks have moved into the green following a soft open as investors position ahead of tomorrow’s rate decision from the Fed.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Futures trading shows 90% odds of a Fed rate cut tomorrow. Yields rose again Monday, a possible headwind for stocks, while job openings data arrive after the open today.
Market Outlook
International stocks could be poised for another strong year in 2026 due to accelerating global growth, attractive valuations and the potential for dollar weakness.
Market Outlook
We believe the macro environment will continue to be unstable given policy crosscurrents and a wobbly labor market, but stocks can likely churn higher given a firmer earnings backdrop.
Schwab Market Update
Stocks traded flat to lower early as the Fed meeting began and investors awaited job openings data. The Fed is expected to cut rates tomorrow, but its projections and tone are key.
Looking to the Futures
Natural gas prices retraced to start the week following a significant rally on Friday.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
This week features a Fed meeting, Broadcom and Oracle results, and job openings data. Yields rose sharply last week, raising concerns. Major indexes approached record highs Friday.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Equity markets have remained largely unchanged this week as investors anticipate guidance from the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.
Sector Views
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.