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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
Stocks fell after official data show the U.S. economy grew by 4.3% in the third quarter, the fastest pace in two years.
Looking to the Futures
Gold prices surged to all-time highs as the dollar continues to see underlying weakness.
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.
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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