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Washington Watch
House passes bill to avoid government shutdown, two new members set to join the House, Fed chair speech boosts rate hike possibility, and national debt hits $40 trillion.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh left the market anxious Friday about possible rate hikes, with odds for a September hike up sharply. Jobs data this week could help shape the decision.
With job openings, layoff announcements, and nonfarm payrolls all out this week, Schwab's Kevin Gordon breaks down what he's looking at in labor in his look at the Week Ahead.
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders and Collin Martin discuss why inflation remains elevated and what a potentially more inflation-prone economic era may mean for investors.
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders discusses inflation and the AI boom with Jim Bullard, former President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
Bond Insights
High-yield municipal bonds might be worth consideration by investors in higher tax brackets who are comfortable taking added risks.
Washington Watch
The 2026 midterms could reshape control of Congress, raising the odds of divided government and near-term market volatility, but investors should stay focused on long-term goals.
U.S. debt may not be at an immediate breaking point, but persistent deficits, higher rates, and rising interest costs are narrowing fiscal space and market tolerance.
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.