Markets and Economy

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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.

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.

Markets and Economy

6 Ways to Take Advantage of a Bad Market

Certain moves could make more sense during a bad market than during a good one. Here are six.

Markets and Economy

Schwab Market Perspective: Hard Turn on Tariffs

Markets swung widely after the White House announced—and then paused—sweeping global tariffs. But the U.S. and China remain in an escalating tariff battle and volatility is likely to continue.

Sectors

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

Markets and Economy

Tariff Two-Step: What to Watch as Earnings Begin

Earnings season begins with companies adjusting on the fly to tariffs. This could give investors insight into strategies firms are taking and how businesses might be affected.

Company Earnings

Q1 Bank Earnings Preview: Tough Road Seen Ahead

Though first-quarter results for the biggest U.S. banks are expected to be firm overall, the industry faces challenges amid recession worries and slow capital markets demand.

Markets and Economy

Making Sense of Recent Market Volatility

After a turbulent few days in the market, what strategies should investors consider?

Markets and Economy

What Are Stock Market Circuit Breakers?

Stock market circuit breakers are temporary trading halts that kick in during periods of severe price decline to ensure that information is disseminated, and liquidity managed.

International

Relative Winners in a Trade War

While there are no absolute winners in a trade war, there may be relative winners in the global stock market for investors to consider.

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