Markets and Economy
Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions
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.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks rallied this week on hopes of trade de-escalation between the U.S. and China, though no official deals, or discussions, have been confirmed.
Schwab Market Update
The S&P 500's three-day win streak is at stake after Trump's hawkish tariff comments. Alphabet's earnings impressed, but Intel's outlook disappointed. Consumer sentiment looms.
Looking to the Futures
U.S. financial markets rebounded Wednesday as the rhetoric around tariffs and the Federal Reserve changed tones.
Q1 Tech Earnings Preview: Tariffs Chip Confidence
As major tech firms like Apple and Microsoft report, they face questions about the impact of tariffs. Q1 results may be discounted, with strength seen as pre-tariff demand.
Washington Washout: Stocks Dip on Fed, Trade Fears
Trump's criticism of Fed Chair Powell, along with lack of trade progress, hit stocks and pushed yields higher. The dollar reached new 3-year lows and gold made all-time highs.
Early Impacts of the Trade War
Theoretical forecasts and earnings announcements may provide initial insights as to the impact of current tariff proposals, although estimates may be imprecise.
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.
Weekly Market Outlook
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.
Upside Down(side): Markets' Wild Rides
Markets have had a wild ride these past couple of weeks, alongside chaotic tariff-related news, with volatility (and its policy triggers) most elevated in the bond market.