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Today's Options Market Update
Stocks have recovered from a soft open as investors remain hopeful that the U.S. & China will work through recent trade accusations.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Jobs data dominate the week, but remarks from Fed Chairman Powell today are also awaited along with further trade developments after last week's court rulings and spat with China.
Market Outlook
Investors may revisit international exposure in their portfolios amidst reduced market reactions to tariff announcements, uncertain U.S. policy and lagging U.S. stock performance.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLN25) moved lower last week as OPEC appears ready to discuss higher production totals for July.
Weekly Trader’s Outlook
Stocks are on track for weekly gains, as markets digest a sprinkling of both positive and negative trade-related developments throughout the week.
Trump's tariffs now face a legal battle. Tariffs may be less arbitrary and reduced in severity or duration, but the next steps are complicated and likely to extend uncertainty.
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones analyze the divergence between hard economic data and consumer sentiment in the markets.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Nvidia and Salesforce results late yesterday remain factors along with a slew of retail earnings today, including Best Buy and Costco. GDP and jobless claims are data highlights.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
After yesterday's firm rally, investors await an avalanche of news this afternoon including Fed minutes before the close, followed by Nvidia and Salesforce results afterward.