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Market Commentary
Alphabet, Tesla Earnings Awaited After Close
Mega-caps Alphabet and Tesla report this afternoon. Chips rallied into Alphabet's results, possibly on hopes for big spending plans. But climbing yields and oil present headwinds.
July 22, 2026
Inflation Fears Hit Stocks Early Ahead of Alphabet
Oil's overnight climb to one-month highs raised fresh inflation concerns and sent stocks down early. Chips led losses after gaining 5% Tuesday. Alphabet and Tesla report later.
July 22, 2026
What's in the Fed's Toolbox?
What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.
July 21, 2026
Q2 Tech Earnings Preview: It's All About AI ROI
Here's what to watch as the Magnificent Seven report earnings, from AI monetization and capital expenditures to guidance and company-specific trends.
July 21, 2026
Industrial Earnings Next as Crude, Yields Weigh
After a Monday that saw the S&P 500 Index descend on rising oil and yields despite chip market strength, investors await General Motors, 3M, and Northrop Grumman.
July 21, 2026
Chips on Edge: Mega-Caps Awaited After Rough Week
The chip market starts the week licking its wounds after a swift descent over the last few days. Earnings from Alphabet and Intel in a few days are the next major keystones.
July 20, 2026
Netflix Outlook Disappoints, Sentiment Data Ahead
Consumer sentiment and housing data loom as investors digest a disappointing outlook from Netflix. Geopolitical worries could keep markets volatile after chips dove Thursday.
July 17, 2026
Taiwan Semiconductor, Netflix, Retail Sales Ahead
Today brings earnings from chip foundry giant TSM and Netflix, while data includes retail sales and jobless claims. Chips continue to whipsaw, but stocks are up so far this week.
July 16, 2026
Financial Considerations of Moving Abroad
More and more Americans are establishing second homes abroad. Here's how to prepare your finances before making the move.
July 14, 2026
Q2 Bank Earnings Preview: Hawkish Fed Pivot Eyed
The Fed's recent shift into a more hawkish mode creates concern about banking profits later this year, but second-quarter results are seen strong thanks to IPOs, mergers.
July 13, 2026
Navigating the Global Earnings Boom
The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.
July 13, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks had a volatile week, but are on track for weekly gains, as investors overlook a flare-up in the Iran conflict in favor of Q2 earnings optimism.
July 10, 2026
Market Snapshot | July 2026
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
July 9, 2026
Great Moderation Era: Drift(ing) Away
The Great Moderation has given way to a more volatile era, where inflation shocks and market dispersion favor flexibility and diversification.
July 8, 2026
Looking to the Futures
September Oat Futures (/ZOU26) have found a consolidative price floor as ample supply meets subdued demand.
July 2, 2026
Understanding Margin Interest
Even if traders don't intend to use margin, there are actions that can trigger margin interest. Here are tips for understanding and reducing the potential of a margin loan.
July 1, 2026
What Is Deflation? Definition, Causes, Examples
Deflation is a broad drop in prices that can slow consumer spending, hurt corporate profits, and reduce economic growth. Learn what causes it and how it can impact markets.
June 30, 2026
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
June 26, 2026
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