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Schwab Market Update Podcast
Fed minutes tomorrow highlight another holiday-shortened week where volume could be light. No major earnings or data are due, and trading is shortened Wednesday and shut Thursday.
Schwab Market Update
After setting record highs last week, stocks started lower Monday on pressure from the tech sector despite a lack of major news. Geopolitical tension is up, along with volatility.
Looking to the Futures
Low volatility looms into the end of the trading year as all 3 major indices push higher.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks were little changed on Christmas Eve after four days of gains pushed the S&P 500 to a record high.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Investors have a thin slate of earnings and economic data to monitor today, leaving the focus on the stronger-than-expected third-quarter GDP report with stocks at a record high.
Schwab Market Update Podcast
Investors will be monitoring the GDP and Consumer Confidence reports with earnings season in hibernation during a shortened holiday week.
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.