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Schwab Market Update Podcast
Palantir kicks off another packed earnings slate after the bell, while manufacturing data is in focus this morning. Attention will then shift to jobs data later in the week.
Today's Options Market Update
After a strong rebound Thursday, stocks giving back some gains. Amazon and Apple are showing mixed results after earnings. The Bank of Japan left rates unchanged.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Stocks are on track for modest weekly gains, despite a volatile post-FOMC reaction in the bond market. Strong cloud services growth from hyperscalers Amazon and Microsoft has helped offset rising Treasury yields.
Sector Views
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
Looking to the Futures
Gold rose and U.S. markets reversed sharply higher on Thursday as investors temporarily brushed aside concerns over potential rate hikes.
Bond Insights
Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.
Washington Wise
There is plenty of activity in Washington that can move the markets, even with Congress in recess. So what should you be watching?
In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Microsoft, Meta, and other AI-linked stocks' earnings may carry more weight than usual amid a chip-led tech sell-off. The Fed meeting also looms with inflation remaining stubborn.