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Market Commentary
Hate It or Love It: Sentiment's Message
The April plunge in stocks ushered in a huge washout in investor sentiment, but more so on the attitudinal side as opposed to the behavioral side.
May 12, 2025
Should the Fed Focus on Inflation or Unemployment?
Kathy Jones and Collin Martin break down the Fed's current predicament and what the future might hold for interest rates.
May 9, 2025
When Markets Talk, the Bond Market Speaks Loudest
The fluctuating economic environment, tariffs, and the Fed's ongoing challenges keep bond investors wondering where to turn.
May 8, 2025
Andy Johnson: Founder, Fried Egg Golf
Andy Johnson, founder of Fried Egg Golf, explains what drew him to the game and how he turned his passion into a career.
May 6, 2025
Three Things to Know About the Wheel Strategy
The options wheel strategy involves selling cash-secured puts, and if they're assigned, writing covered calls on the stock, which might be repeatable. Here are three things to know.
May 6, 2025
Tariffs: Q1 Impacts and Q2 Negotiations
A look back at the impacts of tariff announcements last quarter, and what we might expect from tariff negotiations during the 90-day implementation delay in Q2.
May 5, 2025
Hooked on Streaks: With Guests Chloë Hamilton & Jackie Silverman
How can streaks be both motivating and demotivating?
May 5, 2025
(Bonus) Did May Day Reshape Investing?
Mark Riepe explores the history of how investing has become more accessible, from key milestones like May Day to the various factors that have shaped who could participate through the last century.
May 5, 2025
Is Confidence Eroding in U.S. Investability? (With Dario Perkins)
Liz Ann Sonders and Dario Perkins of TS Lombard discuss the potential for a recession, the labor market, the Fed's next move, and more.
May 2, 2025
"Soft" Data Hits Hard: Why Does Sentiment Matter?
University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment is a so-called "soft" report, not reflecting "hard" data like GDP or CPI. It moved markets recently, so how much attention should investors pay?
April 30, 2025
Dominoes: Recessions' History Guide
Recession risk remains elevated, likely only receding with a fuller "pivot" in tariff-related uncertainty. While every recession is unique, history can provide a guide.
April 28, 2025
Why Is the U.S. Dollar Declining?
Historically the United States dollar strengthens when U.S. Treasury yields rise. But the reverse happened in April after the White House announced widespread tariffs.
April 28, 2025
Can You Be Proactive in Times of Market Volatility?
Market swings can shake any investor's confidence. Learn ways you can stay grounded, trust your financial plan, and take smart, long-term steps in uncertain times.
April 28, 2025
The State of Rates and the Bond Market During Uncertainty
Collin Martin and Kathy Jones dissect the current environment for different types of bonds and bond investors.
April 25, 2025
China Trade War: A Fight With No Winners
Trade wars come down to each country’s vulnerabilities, resilience, and ability to outlast the other. So how do the U.S. and China stack up?
April 24, 2025
The Average True Range Indicator and Volatility
The Average True Range indicator can help traders analyze volatility, place stops and limits, and manage position size.
April 22, 2025
Introducing Invested in the Game
Schwab's newest podcast, Invested in the Game, features true stories of people who are driving the game of golf forward.
April 22, 2025
What is a Micro E-Mini Future?
Micro E-mini futures offer traders exposure to four leading U.S. stock indexes in bite-size contracts.
April 21, 2025
Weak Dollar Is No Silver Lining as Firms Face Tariffs
The U.S. dollar hit 3-year lows after tariff "liberation day," and a weak greenback often aids U.S. companies with big overseas sales. That may not happen now as the trade war simmers.
April 21, 2025
Obstacle Illusions: With Guests Daniella McCahey & Tom Gilovich
We're wired to interpret our challenges as bigger than our advantages, even if the reality is more balanced.
April 21, 2025
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