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Today's Options Market Update
Investors are leaning more “risk off” today as escalating tension around Iran is pushing oil prices and the Volatility Index higher.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Though war news may continue to dominate, investors are also focused on Friday's February jobs report and yesterday's Broadcom results. Productivity and monthly layoff data loom.
Schwab Market Update
Crude jumped as war raged in the Middle East, putting fresh pressure on stocks. Broadcom results impressed and today's jobs data was encouraging ahead of Friday's nonfarm payrolls.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Despite another late recovery attempt Tuesday, the market remains in largely negative straits as war keeps oil prices elevated. Broadcom reports later and ADP jobs data looms.
Notwithstanding developments in the Iran conflict, there are important leadership shifts still at play within the equity market, which emphasize the importance of diversification.
What do the attacks on Iran mean for the global economy and markets? We answer some of the questions investors are asking most often.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Stocks showed resilience Monday despite crude's rally after war erupted in the Middle East. Today brings earnings from consumer giants, as well as from software firm CrowdStrike.
Washington Watch
Congress will seek more details from the Trump administration on its plans following military action in Iran.