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Rally Gathers Steam on Chip Strength, Peace Hopes

The chip rally continued early, lifting tech and extending the long rally to new highs. Oil fell 5% after Iranian news reports that the Strait of Hormuz might reopen in a month.

How Do Treasury Auctions Work?

Growing U.S. debt and relatively high interest rates have increased interest in U.S. Treasury auctions. Learn how they work, how to participate in them, and why they matter.

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

First Quarter 2026 Earnings: Feelin' Alright

S&P 500 first quarter 2026 earnings are tracking at nearly 28% year-over-year, with rising profit margins suggesting the strong run could persist.

Debt, Deficits & the Fed’s Next Move

Liz Ann Sonders and Collin Martin break down investor concerns around war, inflation, deficits, and the Federal Reserve.

The Short Interest Monitor

This snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest can help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

Inside Today's Labor Market: What Jobs Data & AI Are Really Telling Us (With Nela Richardson)

ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson explains how high frequency payroll data shows a labor market that's stable but lacking dynamism.

Gambler's Blues: Betting Isn't Investing

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.

Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty: Reading the Market's Mixed Signals

Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.

Fed Holds Rates Steady, Still Sees One Cut in 2026

The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.