The AI Glow-Up of Emerging Markets

Forget oil and copper—today’s "Emerging Markets" are being written in code, powered by elite semiconductors, and accelerated by the most aggressive AI buildout in history.

Gold vs. Stocks as Inflation Hedge

While the S&P 500 has won over five decades, gold has dominated during periods of extreme inflation and geopolitical turmoil. Conditions and time horizon matter.

Schwab Market Perspective: Riding the Waves

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

Geopolitical Risk is Evolving: What You Should Know

Weakening global ties may lead to economic disruption and lasting investment implications. Here's what investors should know about navigating the changing landscape.

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

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.

Emerging Markets: AI Opportunity and AI Risk

Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.

More Than Meets the Eye: How to Read Stock Quotes

New to investing and never ventured past the buy/sell buttons? Start by learning how to read stock quotes and other technical information.

10 Answers to Common Investing Questions

Discover expert answers to some of the most common questions about investing. We'll cover topics like why to invest, when to invest, how much to invest, and more.

How Stock Buybacks Work and Why They Matter

Stock buybacks are a major driver of equity markets. Learn how they work, why companies use them, the risks involved, and how to evaluate them as an investor.