Markets and Economy
Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions
Navigating the Global Earnings Boom
The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.
After Light Monday, Big Banks, CPI and Warsh Loom
The week starts slowly but accelerates tomorrow with CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh. Two key chip industry firms report later this week.
Q2 Bank Earnings Preview: Hawkish Fed Pivot Eyed
The Fed's recent shift into a more hawkish mode creates concern about banking profits later this year, but second-quarter results are seen strong thanks to IPOs, mergers.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CL) have pulled back from the highs reached during the U.S.-Iran conflict, but refined product prices remain elevated.
Stocks Retreat on Oil, Iran to Start a Packed Week
Mounting attacks over the weekend in the Strait of Hormuz sent stocks, especially tech, down in early trading as oil rose. Tomorrow brings CPI, Warsh testimony, and bank results.
Stocks on Pace for Weekly Gain as Delta Reports
After wilting in late June, chips have revived slightly and the broader market is on pace for gains this week as the rally broadens despite the war. Delta reports early today.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks had a volatile week, but are on track for weekly gains, as investors overlook a flare-up in the Iran conflict in favor of Q2 earnings optimism.
Market Snapshot | July 2026
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
Watching Iran and Oil, Investors Prep for Earnings
Earnings from PepsiCo today and Delta tomorrow precede big banks and key chip names reporting next week. Oil and yields are elevated after the most recent Middle East skirmishes.
Fed Minutes Up Next After Chips Flag in Reversal
The swift move out of chips Tuesday could reflect market fatigue and precedes key chip company earnings next week. Fed minutes are today's highlight amid inflation concerns.