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Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

Stocks flattened near record highs to start what's expected to be a quiet session with no major data or earnings to provide a catalyst. Treasury yields fell and gold rose.
Looking to the Futures

Low volatility looms into the end of the trading year as all 3 major indices push higher.
Today's Options Market Update

Stocks were little changed on Christmas Eve after four days of gains pushed the S&P 500 to a record high.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Investors have a thin slate of earnings and economic data to monitor today, leaving the focus on the stronger-than-expected third-quarter GDP report with stocks at a record high.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Investors will be monitoring the GDP and Consumer Confidence reports with earnings season in hibernation during a shortened holiday week.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Improving investor sentiment around AI helped stocks claw back late last week, while trading could be light in coming days ahead of holiday closures. GDP data is due tomorrow.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Stocks were able to register a late-week recovery, largely supported by yesterday's inflation data, but it's unclear whether a year-end rally is in the cards for investors.
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At the end of 2025, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones assess the resiliency of the economy.
Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

The S&P 500 starts today on a four-day losing streak ahead of an ECB rate decision and U.S. CPI. Analysts expect a 0.3% headline inflation rise. FedEx and Nike report later today.

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