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Market Commentary

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Can AI Continue to Drive Emerging Market Stocks?

Emerging market stocks have rebounded to new highs following their correction at the onset of the Iran war. The recent rally has been concentrated around AI. Can this continue?
May 11, 2026

3 Ways to Borrow Against Your Assets

You may be able to use your investments or home to secure lending. Here's what to know before using your assets as collateral.
May 8, 2026

What Is the P/E Ratio? Why Investors Use It

The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio compares a company's stock price to its earnings per share. Learn how to use this valuation tool, and why it's best paired with other metrics.
May 6, 2026

First Quarter 2026 Earnings: Feelin' Alright

S&P 500 first quarter 2026 earnings are tracking at nearly 28% year-over-year, with rising profit margins suggesting the strong run could persist.
May 6, 2026

Q1 Tech Earnings Preview: A Tale of Two Cities

Tech earnings roll on with Nvidia and AMD ahead. Soaring semiconductor stocks grapple with lofty expectations while software faces an uphill battle as investors gauge AI's impact.
April 30, 2026

What are Securities? Equity vs. Debt Investments

Equity securities and debt securities are common investment vehicles. Here's how securities work and how to use them in your portfolio.
April 29, 2026
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Debt, Deficits & the Fed’s Next Move

Liz Ann Sonders and Collin Martin break down investor concerns around war, inflation, deficits, and the Federal Reserve.
April 24, 2026
The Schwab Market Update weekly digest offers a summary of news items from the past week.

Weekly Digest: Oil v. Stocks, Earnings, and RSI

A recap of some of this week's big stories covers a shift between oil and stock prices, the rising RSI, bank earnings, and the global impact of stifled oil production.
April 17, 2026

SEC Approves Scrapping $25,000 Day Trader Minimum

Under the new rules, traders will no longer be required to maintain an account balance of $25,000 to engage in frequent margin day trading.
April 16, 2026

The Short Interest Monitor

This snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest can help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
April 14, 2026

Power and AI Boost Infrastructure Investments

While infrastructure companies are not immune to a potential economic slowdown, they may provide a longer-term investment opportunity amid an uncertain macroeconomic backdrop.
April 13, 2026
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Truce in Iran: Relief but Not Resolution

While the temporary truce is welcome news, critical questions are still unanswered and the possibility for a wide range of potential outcomes for the Iran War remains.
April 10, 2026
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Inside Today's Labor Market: What Jobs Data & AI Are Really Telling Us (With Nela Richardson)

ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson explains how high frequency payroll data shows a labor market that's stable but lacking dynamism.
April 10, 2026

How to Manage Stock Concentration Risk

A hot run for a handful of stocks can be boon to your portfolio—but also lead to overconcentration. Here's what to know about managing stock concentration risk.
April 10, 2026

Q1 Bank Earnings Preview: High Expectations

Analysts expect a lot from banks this earnings season, but investors may want to focus more on forward guidance and executives' comments in this uncertain economic environment.
April 10, 2026

Owning vs. Hoping: Gambling Isn’t Investing

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.
April 9, 2026

Gambler's Blues: Betting Isn't Investing

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.
April 8, 2026

STAX Generational Trends: Gen Z Goes Conservative

Younger investors took a more conservative approach in March amid the Iran war, according to the Schwab Trading Activity Index™. Gen X and Baby Boomers were largely unfazed.
April 8, 2026

Tokenization: Real-World Assets on the Blockchain

U.S. markets are moving toward tokenization—the trading of assets on blockchains. Investors should understand tokenization, including the potential risks and benefits.
April 7, 2026
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When Sunk Costs Take Flight

Katy Milkman explores why people tend to keep investing time, money, or effort into something even when future benefits no longer justify continuing.
April 6, 2026

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