Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
Schwab Market Perspective: Riding the Waves
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
Where Should the Fed Set Rates? Ask Taylor
As Trump and Powell argue over rates, the Taylor rule uses data to suggest where rates should be. But some argue this is an outdated way to set policy.
Geopolitical Risk is Evolving: What You Should Know
Weakening global ties may lead to economic disruption and lasting investment implications. Here's what investors should know about navigating the changing landscape.
Breadth Is Back: What's Powering Markets Beneath the Surface (With Dennis DeBusschere)
Dennis DeBusschere joins Liz Ann Sonders to discuss why strong post‑COVID productivity, a weaker dollar, and evolving AI dynamics are reshaping macro trends.
Don’t Let Headline Drama Disrupt Your Portfolio
Headlines are meant to grab attention, not to provide investing advice. So how can you separate urgency from noise in order to make strategic decisions for your portfolio?
Fed Holds Rates Steady, Hints at Improved Economy
The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. While the market still expects two rate cuts late this year, the Fed is likely to tread cautiously given the economic backdrop.
A Week of Whiplash: What’s Behind the Market’s Mood Swings?
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss market volatility, tariffs, Greenland, Japanese bond yields, and some momentum toward precious metals.
What Is the Debt Ceiling and Why Does It Matter?
What's the debt ceiling? Learn how the debt ceiling works and how a default on federal debt could impact the U.S. stock market and economy.
Emerging Markets: AI Opportunity and AI Risk
Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.
2026 Outlook: International Stocks and Economy
International stocks could be poised for another strong year in 2026 due to accelerating global growth, attractive valuations and the potential for dollar weakness.