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US Market Commentary

Retail Sales Take Spotlight Ahead of Fed Meeting

Markets open with investors watching retail sales for clues about consumer strength while the Fed’s Wednesday policy meeting looms large.
September 16, 2025

Stocks Up: Retail Sales Paint Healthy Picture

August retail sales topped expectations despite slower jobs growth. The Fed meeting starts today, so trading might be featureless as investors await an expected rate cut.
September 16, 2025

Looking to the Futures

Equity markets reached all-time highs to start the week with stocks pricing in a 25-basis point rate cut following the FOMC meeting ending on Wednesday.
September 16, 2025

Fed Decision, Economic Data Take Center Stage

All eyes will be on the Federal Reserve this week, with investors hoping for a rate cut, and signs of more market-boosting cuts on the horizon.
September 15, 2025

Every Brea(d)th You Take: Market Concentration Risks

Greater mega-cap stock exposure carries significant upside risks, but concentration can also work against investors—helping make the case for diversification in portfolios.
September 15, 2025

Could These 5 Strategies Help You Save on Domestic Travel?

Learn five simple ways to cut costs on domestic travel while still enjoying great experiences and making the most of every trip.
September 15, 2025

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks looked past softening labor market data and took a "don't fight the Fed" stance this week as stocks climbed higher into record territory.
September 12, 2025

Schwab's Market Perspective: The Inflation Problem

A Federal Reserve rate cut won't necessarily lower longer-term bond yields or mortgage rates.
September 12, 2025

Where Do Public & Private Markets Converge? (With Steven Meier)

Steven Meier, Deputy Comptroller and Chief Investment Officer for the New York City retirement systems, joins the show to discuss capital markets and public finance.
September 12, 2025

Fed Rate Cut in Focus Despite Sticky CPI Report

All three major market indexes hit record highs on Thursday despite a sticky CPI report. Investors are now focused on the Fed cuts next week, and today’s consumer sentiment data.
September 12, 2025

An Investor's Guide to Options Income ETFs

Options income ETFs offer investors a unique combination of high yields, downside cushion, and reduced volatility, but they come with risks worth considering.
September 11, 2025

CPI Next: Final Key Data Point Before Fed Decision

After a benign PPI, this morning's CPI is the last big data news before next week's Fed decision. Stocks are at record highs after Oracle's massive rally. Adobe reports later.
September 11, 2025

PPI, Oracle Results, and Slower Job Gains in Focus

August PPI could affect the Fed's decision next week, and Oracle missed on earnings but gave solid guidance, initially boosting shares. The BLS slashed prior job growth estimates.
September 10, 2025

Close Ties: Corporate Bond Yields and Returns

Investment-grade corporate bond yields remain attractive compared to recent history. And don’t forget that starting yields are often good indicators of future total returns.
September 10, 2025

Using Implied Volatility Percentiles

Learn how implied volatility (IV) percentiles can help identify when to use various options strategies. Rank volatility using IV percentiles to see if changes are normal or unusual.
September 9, 2025

Teamwork That Works: What Great Teams Have in Common

What makes an effective team? Talent? Discipline? Courage? Learn about the ingredients that research shows make teams more successful than the sum of their parts.
September 8, 2025

Will Fiscal Concerns Affect International Stocks?

Progress on reducing fiscal deficits has stalled in some large economies around the world. Should investors be worried?
September 8, 2025

The Housing Market Remains Out of Sync

September 5, 2025

Lower Bond Yields: You Can't Get There From Here

The Federal Reserve may cut rates a couple of times by year-end, but the pace and magnitude of easing in 2026 is unclear. There are still some roadblocks to lower bond yields.
September 5, 2025

Can You Really Live on a Cruise?

Making a home aboard an ocean liner may sound like a dream for some retirees, but what are the pros and cons of living a life on the seas?
September 4, 2025

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