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Schwab Market Update
Equity indexes rebounded premarket after the possibility of a Fed rate hike this year led to declines Wednesday. Intel is up on news of a new chip. A peace deal is expected Friday.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
The Fed kept rates steady as expected, but the central bank's quarterly projections now include the possibility of at least one hike later this year.
The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged in Kevin Warsh's first meeting as chair, but a hawkish policy statement and economic projections raise the odds of a rate hike this year.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are mixed around midday as traders’ position ahead of the conclusion of the Fed’s FOMC meeting and await any commentary from new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
With the Fed expected to keep rates unchanged, the dot-plot and Chairman Kevin Warsh's presser will be closely watched today as investors try to gauge the path of interest rates.
Bond Insights
In our view, municipal bonds may offer attractive tax-efficient income potential, though elevated supply, an uncertain rate backdrop, and issuer dispersion may pose risks.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
The Fed isn't seen changing rates tomorrow, but it's Kevin Warsh's first rodeo as chairman, which could mean drama. Housing data today follows yesterday's sharp oil-driven rally.
What's ahead for the bond market in the second half of 2026? SCFR's Collin Martin shares his insights.
Looking to the Futures
Gold futures (/GC) boasts a strong correlation to the E-mini S&P 500 (/ES) future.