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Market Commentary
The S&P 600: An Often-Overlooked Small-Cap Index
Funds that track the S&P 600 can provide investors exposure to the growth potential of small-cap stocks, with a profitability screen to weed out struggling companies.
September 30, 2025
Uncertainty on Tap as Possible D.C. Shutdown Looms
As Washington faces a midnight deadline to keep the government open, investors worry that key jobs data due later this week could be delayed, with a possible impact on Fed policy.
September 30, 2025
Stocks Down, Volatility Up as D.C. Shutdown Looms
Anxiety over a possible government shutdown and its impact on jobs data later this week have stocks lower this morning. The government will close if there's no deal by midnight.
September 30, 2025
Jobs, D.C. in Focus After Stocks Post Losing Week
Jobs data, Fed speakers, Nike earnings and D.C. events are all on investors' minds heading into the new week. Though rate cut odds and stocks rose Friday, so did Treasury yields.
September 29, 2025
AI: Stairway to Heaven or Heartbreaker?
AI technology has the potential to profoundly improve industries and markets, but not without some risks—like valuation and profitability—that investors should be aware of.
September 29, 2025
Three Positives Result in Negative Stocks
GDP, unemployment claims, and durable goods data all came in better than expected, changing expectations to the Fed rate cuts causing stocks to sell off.
September 26, 2025
Stocks Stagnate as AI Companies Consolidate
Stock indexes retreated on Wednesday as AI tech companies settle lower. A weaker dollar could help multinational and foreign companies as the Fed navigates a sticky situation.
September 25, 2025
Fed's Dilemma: Boost Job Growth or Fight Inflation
As the Fed cuts rates while struggling to balance slowing job growth with inflation concerns, the central bank's independence is being tested. What's the impact on investors?
September 25, 2025
Precious Metals Shine Despite Hawkish Fed
Gold and silver have experienced large returns in 2025 and there are signs that they’ll continue. Bitcoin recently lost ground to gold, but seasonal cycles could cause a catch up.
September 24, 2025
Is the Chinese Stock Market Rally Sustainable?
Chinese equities have surged amid investor optimism about AI innovation and certain government initiatives, despite a slowdown in China's economy.
September 22, 2025
Understanding Risk-Based Concentration and Margin
Margin increases potential return—and risk. To help protect clients and the firm, Charles Schwab uses a risk-based concentration model to set margin requirements.
September 18, 2025
Fed Cuts Rates, Citing Weakening Job Market
As expected, the Federal Reserve cut its short-term interest rate, citing concerns about slowing job growth. Where Fed policy goes from here is less clear.
September 17, 2025
Every Brea(d)th You Take: Market Concentration Risks
Greater mega-cap stock exposure carries significant upside risks, but concentration can also work against investors—helping make the case for diversification in portfolios.
September 15, 2025
Could These 5 Strategies Help You Save on Domestic Travel?
Learn five simple ways to cut costs on domestic travel while still enjoying great experiences and making the most of every trip.
September 15, 2025
Where Do Public & Private Markets Converge? (With Steven Meier)
Steven Meier, Deputy Comptroller and Chief Investment Officer for the New York City retirement systems, joins the show to discuss capital markets and public finance.
September 12, 2025
Schwab's Market Perspective: The Inflation Problem
A Federal Reserve rate cut won't necessarily lower longer-term bond yields or mortgage rates.
September 12, 2025
An Investor's Guide to Options Income ETFs
Options income ETFs offer investors a unique combination of high yields, downside cushion, and reduced volatility, but they come with risks worth considering.
September 11, 2025
Close Ties: Corporate Bond Yields and Returns
Investment-grade corporate bond yields remain attractive compared to recent history. And don’t forget that starting yields are often good indicators of future total returns.
September 10, 2025
Using Implied Volatility Percentiles
Learn how implied volatility (IV) percentiles can help identify when to use various options strategies. Rank volatility using IV percentiles to see if changes are normal or unusual.
September 9, 2025
Teamwork That Works: What Great Teams Have in Common
What makes an effective team? Talent? Discipline? Courage? Learn about the ingredients that research shows make teams more successful than the sum of their parts.
September 8, 2025
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