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Dire Strait: War's Impact on Stocks

A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.

US

Dire Strait: War's Impact on Stocks

A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.

Markets and Economy

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

Markets and Economy

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

International

Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities

The worsening energy shock from the Iran War has raised risks of a more severe crisis. It may resolve quickly, but the longer it persists, the larger the possible economic damage. Asia and Europe are most vulnerable.

International

Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities

The worsening energy shock from the Iran War has raised risks of a more severe crisis. It may resolve quickly, but the longer it persists, the larger the possible economic damage. Asia and Europe are most vulnerable.

Markets and Economy

Market Snapshot | March 2026

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

Markets and Economy

Market Snapshot | March 2026

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

Markets and Economy

Fed Watch: Can AI Productivity Gain Cut Inflation?

Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh sees AI-fueled productivity keeping inflation down while also helping the economy grow. This theory isn't universally accepted, even at the Fed.

Markets and Economy

Fed Watch: Can AI Productivity Gain Cut Inflation?

Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh sees AI-fueled productivity keeping inflation down while also helping the economy grow. This theory isn't universally accepted, even at the Fed.

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