Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
Fed Holds Rates Steady; Eyes Turn to September
Federal Reserve officials leave short-term interest rates unchanged but appear to open the door for a potential rate cut later this year.
Tariffs: Is the Worst Behind or Ahead of Us?
Stocks are near record highs despite rising U.S. tariffs. Why have markets seemed to shrug off tariffs lately, and will it last?
Benefits of Emerging Markets Diversification
Emerging market (EM) countries are often generalized as all the same and driven by commodity prices. The reality can be very different. Here's what you should know about EM stocks now.
Schwab's Market Perspective: On Firmer Ground?
The resilient job market has supported stock gains, but Washington policy has been a primary market driver so far this year.
Fixed Income: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to questions investors are asking about Treasury bonds, tax policy, credit quality, and other issues affecting fixed income investments.
Energy: Global Excess or Shortage of Power?
Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.
Mid-Year Outlook: International Stocks and Economy
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.
How Will Tariffs & Debt Affect the Economy?
How could ongoing tariffs and the “One Big Beautiful Bill” impact the US economy?
What Is the Debt Ceiling and Why Does It Matter?
What's the debt ceiling? Learn how the debt ceiling works and how a default on federal debt could impact the U.S. stock market and economy.
Weekly Market Outlook
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.