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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.
Schwab Market Update
Retail sales data was the latest strong economic report despite the war. New Chairman Kevin Warsh is expected to take the spotlight at 2 p.m. ET today after the Fed meeting.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are mixed, with tech exhibiting some relative weakness, as investors position ahead of the 2-day FOMC meeting which starts today.
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.
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.
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.