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Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are higher across the board, led by gains in the Russell 2000, as investors position ahead of a data-light, holiday-shortened week.
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.
Schwab Market Update
AI-related stocks rose early Monday, a positive sign for investors hoping for a Santa Claus rally in a week that's light on earnings report and economic data.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLG26) ended the week in the green as prices find support from geopolitical concerns.
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.
On Investing
At the end of 2025, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones assess the resiliency of the economy.
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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Schwab Market Update Podcast
Today's delayed November jobs report at 8:30 a.m. ET is likely to set the tone. Analysts see lethargic growth of 30,000. Tech shares, especially AI, lost more ground Monday.