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Schwab Market Update Podcast
After a Monday marked by trade-related uncertainty, key software, consumer, and tech results vie for attention today and tomorrow, starting with Home Depot. Nvidia looms Wednesday.
Looking to the Futures
Equity markets saw significant selling pressure yesterday after American trade policy shook investor confidence.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are lower across the board as uncertainty around tariffs, Iran and AI disruption weigh on investor sentiment.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
A weak GDP report and hot inflation data were overshadowed by the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Trump's tariffs Friday. Nvidia earnings, Fed speakers are in focus this week.
Schwab Market Update
After President Trump imposed temporary 15% global tariffs over the weekend, stocks fell and Treasuries rose as the trade environment got more confusing. Nvidia reports Wednesday.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Major indices are on track for modest gains during a busy news week with increased uncertainty around tariffs, Iran, and monetary policy.
In a 6-3 decision, the highest court in the U.S. ruled that President Trump lacks the legal authority to impose sweeping tariffs. But the administration has a Plan B in place.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Focus returns to earnings as Walmart and Deere report before the bell. Both stocks had strong starts in 2026. Investors also brace for critical PCE and GDP data due early tomorrow.
Washington Watch
The Department of Homeland Security has shut down, but impact has been limited so far. Here's what to expect.