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While the temporary truce is welcome news, critical questions are still unanswered and the possibility for a wide range of potential outcomes for the Iran War remains.
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On Investing

ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson explains how high frequency payroll data shows a labor market that's stable but lacking dynamism.
Looking to the Futures

U.S. equity indexes rebounded from intraday lows Thursday morning as crude oil prices pulled back after surging nearly 9% early in the session.
Today's Options Market Update

Stocks have moved into the green following a lower open as investors appear hopeful that the worst of the Iran war is behind us.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

PCE returns data to the front burner after stocks posted a robust rally yesterday in response to a fragile ceasefire. Strait traffic didn't immediately improve but oil plunged.

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Trading today could hinge on any fresh escalation or de-escalation of the war, as well as the impact of oil prices. Stocks were resilient early this week despite war concerns.

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

Though stocks soared early on the two-week ceasefire, things aren't back to normal and there's no guarantee oil will stay muzzled. Shipping and supply chains take time to recover.

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