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Market Commentary

Schwab Market Update

Morgan Stanley, ASML Ahead as PPI Data, Warsh Loom

With the main surge of bank earnings over, investors face Morgan Stanley today along with chip infrastructure firm ASML. PPI follows a light CPI and Warsh continues testimony.
July 15, 2026
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Producer Prices, Chips Help Lift Stocks Early

June's Producer Price Index unexpectedly dipped 0.3%, a day after the Consumer Price Index and chip stocks helped lift major indexes. Kevin Warsh speaks before the Senate today.
July 15, 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
Schwab Market Update

CPI, Banks, Warsh in View as War, Rate Fears Climb

CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh are today's highlights. But action in the Middle East and the path of oil are also influential.
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
Schwab Market Update

After Light Monday, Big Banks, CPI and Warsh Loom

The week starts slowly but accelerates tomorrow with CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh. Two key chip industry firms report later this week.
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
Schwab Market Update

Stocks on Pace for Weekly Gain as Delta Reports

After wilting in late June, chips have revived slightly and the broader market is on pace for gains this week as the rally broadens despite the war. Delta reports early today.
July 10, 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
Schwab Market Update

Watching Iran and Oil, Investors Prep for Earnings

Earnings from PepsiCo today and Delta tomorrow precede big banks and key chip names reporting next week. Oil and yields are elevated after the most recent Middle East skirmishes.
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

2 Minutes on the Markets | U.S. Insights

What's ahead for the U.S. stock market and economy in the second half of 2026? SCFR's Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders shares her insights.
June 23, 2026
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Could a Trust Fit Your Estate Plan?

Thinking about a trust? This episode explains how trusts work, what problems they solve, and why they may be useful for more people than you might expect.
June 22, 2026

What Is Inflation? How It Works and Why It Matters

Inflation is a broad rise in the prices of goods and services over time that reduces purchasing power. Learn what causes it, how it's measured, and why it matters to investors.
June 22, 2026

What Is Stagflation? Causes, Examples, and Impact

Stagflation is a mix of high inflation, weak economic growth, and rising unemployment. Learn what causes it, how it affects markets, and what it can mean for investors.
June 18, 2026

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