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Bond Insights
When the value of the U.S. dollar declines, international developed-market bonds tend to become attractive. Here's why the bond outlook is more positive than it has been for the past decade.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Nvidia earnings on Wednesday and PCE inflation on Friday could determine Wall Street's path in coming days, along with several Treasury auctions. Powell gave stocks a boost Friday.
International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
On Investing
Cooper Howard joins the show to discuss trends and opportunities in the muni bond market.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
After tech stocks fell in what seemed to be sector rotation Tuesday, investors await Lowe's and Target results along with Fed minutes ahead of Powell's Jackson Hole speech Friday.
Commentary
July inflation data emphasized that tariff-related price pressures are still with us, in addition to some heat in the services sector—making the road to Fed cuts a bit bumpier.
U.S. economic growth slowed decisively in the first half of the year amid concern about rising tariffs, although corporate fundamentals have remained strong.
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones break down the latest CPI data, consider a potential rate cut, and take a look at concentration in the stock market.
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.