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Schwab Market Update

After Mild CPI, Investors Await PPI, Watch Yields

July CPI data was tame, but PPI this morning provides a look at wholesale prices. Results could affect yields after Fed rate hike odds fell Wednesday. Retail sales are due Friday.
August 13, 2026
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The Large Trader Rule: What Clients Need to Know

The Large Trader Rule requires traders whose transactions hit certain thresholds to register with the SEC and meet ongoing compliance requirements. Here's how to remain compliant.
August 12, 2026
Schwab Market Update

CPI Looms After Soft Start to Week as Oil Climbs

Rising oil and stubbornly high yields sent stocks down Tuesday for the fourth session in five as investors await today's CPI data. Headline CPI is seen at 0.1%, with core at 0.2%.
August 12, 2026
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Tame CPI Adds to Early Stock Gains on AI Earnings

The July Consumer Price Index rose 0.1% and core inflation was up 0.2%, which Schwab experts say may keep the Fed on hold. A $42 billion 10-year Treasury auction is on tap today.
August 12, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Futures markets are in focus as investors await July CPI data, with inflation expectations, Federal Reserve outlook, and moves in energy and grain markets shaping today's trading environment.
August 12, 2026

What Is Swing Trading and How Does It Work?

Swing trading seeks to profit from moves lasting from days to weeks by using technical analysis to spot price patterns. It requires skill, precise execution, and discipline.
August 11, 2026
Schwab Market Update

CPI Looms Along with AI Results, but Iran in Focus

Though tomorrow's CPI data is the week's big report, several AI infrastructure firms share results later and eyes are on oil and Iran. There's little progress toward a resolution.
August 11, 2026
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Equity Diversification in an Era of Concentration

Tech and AI are driving a greater share of global equity market returns and earnings growth, raising concentration risks and the need for broader diversification.
August 10, 2026
Schwab Market Update

After Record S&P 500 Finish, Iran and Yields Eyed

The old week ended with a new record for the S&P 500, helped by falling yields as rate hike odds dropped on a weak jobs report. Yields and oil, along with Iran, remain watchwords.
August 10, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

All the major stock indices, sans the Nasdaq, hit fresh all-time highs this week. A continued flow of strong earnings report, coupled with anticipation of an Iran ceasefire deal, helped fuel the move.
August 7, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Stocks on Pace for Strong Week, Awaiting Jobs Data

Stocks eased from record highs Thursday but remain sharply up for the week approaching today's July payrolls report. Jobs growth of 86,000 is expected, with unemployment steady.
August 7, 2026
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The Way You Make Me Feel: Sentiment's Message

Investors remain cautious despite bullish positioning, as rotations curb speculation while record margin debt and high equity allocations raise longer-term risks.
August 5, 2026
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Sentiment Boxes to Check: Market Condition Metrics

Several metrics including Schwab's STAX report, investor sentiment data, and the greed and fear index can help investors glean how participants view market conditions.
August 5, 2026

Spot and Stick to Trends with ADX and RSI

Used together, the Average Directional Index and Relative Strength Index can help traders assess a stock's trend, how strong it is, and whether it may be overbought or oversold.
August 4, 2026

Q2 Tech Earnings Preview: Chips, Memory, Software

Chip, software, and memory maker stocks headline the next wave of tech earnings. Here's what investors should watch, from AI infrastructure demand to memory market competition.
August 3, 2026
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How Do IRAs Actually Work?

What exactly is an IRA, and how do you know if one makes sense for you? Mark unpacks the fundamentals behind one of the most important retirement accounts.
August 3, 2026

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
July 31, 2026

Congress Heads Out, but Washington Keeps Working

There is plenty of activity in Washington that can move the markets, even with Congress in recess. So what should you be watching?
July 30, 2026

Divided Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged

In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.
July 29, 2026
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Basics of Single-Stock ETFs: Leveraged and Inverse

Single-stock ETFs offer leveraged or inverse exposure to a single company. These funds pose unique risks and aren't for everyone. Here are a few basics.
July 22, 2026

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