Markets and Economy

Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions

The Fed Highlights a Big Week Ahead

A host of economic reports and earnings are expected to be released in the days ahead, and the Fed will hold a two-day meeting, its last of the year.

Yields, Broadcom in Focus as Busy Data Week Ends

Inflation and jobless claims data paint a mixed picture ahead of the Fed meeting. Investors are pondering Broadcom's results and a sharp rise in yields over the last few days.

Today's Options Market Update

Investors were upbeat before the week's final trading session, and results from a key name in the chip sector had its shares surging.

Schwab Market Perspective: 2025 Outlook

We expect gears to shift as potential policy changes under the Trump administration add to uncertainty about inflation and the global economy.

2025 Market Outlook: U.S. Stocks & Economy & Global Markets

As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from U.S. stocks and the global markets in the new year?

Weekly Trader's Outlook

The recent rally in stocks took a pause this week, not including the Nasdaq, due to higher yields, a jump in weekly Claims and warm inflation data.

Schwab Market Update

Investors were upbeat before the week's final trading session, and results from a key name in the chip sector had its shares surging.

Looking to the Futures

Next Wednesday’s Fed meeting is part of a busy two weeks for central banks.

Investors Look Ahead to ECB Meeting, PPI Data

Yesterday's rally followed an in-line CPI that raised hopes for a rate cut next week. Today, the ECB is expected to cut rates, and U.S. PPI will provide a look at wholesale prices.

Market Snapshot | December 2024

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.