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Discover ways to identify, analyze, and act on U.S. investment opportunities with our timely insights and comprehensive educational resources.

Understanding the U.S. market

Learn how to find favorable trends in the U.S. market along with strategies for capitalizing on them.

Markets and Economy

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

March 13, 2026 • Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon • Kathy Jones • Michelle Gibley

International

Iran: Gauging Market Impact

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

Markets and Economy

Friday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

Blistering rallies in crude and yields sent the S&P 500 to its lowest close since November on Thursday. PCE and job openings data, along with sentiment, all are due today.

March 13, 2026

Sectors

Stock Sector Outlook

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

March 13, 2026

Investing & trading

Whether new to U.S. markets or experienced, find ways to take your investing and trading knowledge to the next level.

Stocks

STAX Generational Trends

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

International

Emerging Markets' AI Glow-Up

Forget oil and copper—today’s "Emerging Markets" are being written in code, powered by elite semiconductors, and accelerated by the most aggressive AI buildout in history.

February 27, 2026

Investments

Gold and Stocks vs. Inflation

While the S&P 500 has won over five decades, gold has dominated during periods of extreme inflation and geopolitical turmoil. Conditions and time horizon matter.

February 26, 2026

Options

Weekly Stock Options

Learn how weekly stock options can potentially help option traders adjust their exposure during market events like earnings releases or economic announcements.

February 18, 2026

Portfolio management

Learn about the various roles U.S. securities can play in your portfolio.

International

Emerging Markets' AI Glow-Up

Forget oil and copper—today’s "Emerging Markets" are being written in code, powered by elite semiconductors, and accelerated by the most aggressive AI buildout in history.

February 27, 2026

Options

What Are Box Spreads?

A box spread options strategy can be a useful cash management tool when executed correctly, potentially helping traders lend or borrow money synthetically via the options market.

November 20, 2025

Stocks

Mega-Cap Concentration Risks

Mega-cap concentration in the S&P 500 index recently reached its highest level in more than 35 years. Is your portfolio prepared for the related concentration risks?

October 30, 2025

Asset Allocation

How Investors Use Market Cap

Market capitalization is a key guidepost for anyone building a portfolio. Here's what to know.

October 29, 2025

Learn about the U.S. markets, your way.

Choiceology® podcast

Explore the psychological traps that can lead to expensive mistakes.

Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify

Financial Decoder® podcast

Look closely at biases that might cloud your judgement and cost you money.

Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify

Updates and commentary

Get the latest U.S. market insights from Schwab through live commentary, detailed analysis, and more.

Schwab Network U.S. Market Commentary

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