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US Market Commentary

Crude Still at Wheel with Market Focused on War

Stocks slumped heading into mid-week as news reports showed little progress ending the conflict and crude rebounded. Today brings Chewy earnings and import and export prices.
March 25, 2026

Investors Seek More Signs of Iran Thaw After Rally

Monday's rally on news of talks with Iran faded, and renewed vigor may depend on evidence of progress toward re-opening the Strait. Earnings are light but March PMI data is ahead.
March 24, 2026

Earnings on Speed Dial: Why Quarterly Calls Matter

A company's earnings call gives investors a ringside seat, providing insights and perspective that go beyond the numbers. Here's how they work and what to listen for.
March 24, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Equities stabilized on Monday after President Trump delayed planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure ahead of negotiations.
March 24, 2026

Crude Oil, Yields Resume Rallies, Hurting Stocks

After the best day since war began, stocks turned tail early as crude oil and Treasury yields rose. There's no sign of progress toward ending the conflict or reopening the strait.
March 24, 2026

After Worst Week of Year, War and Oil Center Stage

War and oil have the spotlight almost to themselves as the week ahead features little in the way of major data or earnings news. The S&P 500 hit six-month lows Friday.
March 23, 2026

Thin Data, Earnings Keep Crude, War in Spotlight

With earnings and data sparse, there could be less distraction from oil and the war. The S&P 500 fell below a key technical level Thursday and today is triple-witching day.
March 20, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Major indices are on track for the fourth straight week of losses, and are now technically oversold, as the U.S./Iran conflict continues to dominate market psychology.
March 20, 2026

Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty: Reading the Market's Mixed Signals

Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.
March 20, 2026

Oil Remains In-Focus After Fed Holds Rates Steady

Investors' eyes are still locked on the Middle East conflict as surging oil prices weigh on markets. FedEx, Alibaba, and Accenture earnings are on deck.
March 19, 2026

The Ups and Downs of Stock Market Volatility

Many investors think about getting out of the stock market when it gets bumpy. But history shows that staying invested over the long term has resulted in positive gains.
March 18, 2026

Fed Holds Rates Steady, Still Sees One Cut in 2026

The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.
March 18, 2026

Dire Strait: War's Impact on Stocks

A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.
March 18, 2026

The Short Interest Monitor

This snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest can help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
March 17, 2026

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
March 13, 2026

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
March 13, 2026

Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities

The worsening energy shock from the Iran War has raised risks of a more severe crisis. It may resolve quickly, but the longer it persists, the larger the possible economic damage. Asia and Europe are most vulnerable.
March 13, 2026

STAX Generational Trends: The Gen X Factor

February's market volatility sparked a generational divide in buying activity, according to the Schwab Trading Activity Index™. Gen X leaned in, while Gen Z was more conservative.
March 12, 2026

Market Snapshot | March 2026

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
March 12, 2026

Fed Watch: Can AI Productivity Gain Cut Inflation?

Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh sees AI-fueled productivity keeping inflation down while also helping the economy grow. This theory isn't universally accepted, even at the Fed.
March 11, 2026

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