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Markets and Economy

Light Calendar to Watch With Stocks at Highs

Investors will look ahead to the new year with no major economic reports and only a few earnings releases on the calendar. Fed minutes and housing data will be in focus next week.

Markets and Economy

Stocks Flat in Tepid Post-Holiday Trading

Stocks flattened near record highs to start what's expected to be a quiet session with no major data or earnings to provide a catalyst. Treasury yields fell and gold rose.

Futures

Looking to the Futures

Low volatility looms into the end of the trading year as all 3 major indices push higher.

Markets and Economy

Markets Mull Strong GDP On Shortened Trading Day

Investors have a thin slate of earnings and economic data to monitor today, leaving the focus on the stronger-than-expected third-quarter GDP report with stocks at a record high.

Markets and Economy

Investors Eye GDP, Consumer Sentiment in Slow Week

Investors will be monitoring the GDP and Consumer Confidence reports with earnings season in hibernation during a shortened holiday week.

Markets and Economy

Thin Holiday Trade Likely After Late-Week Comeback

Improving investor sentiment around AI helped stocks claw back late last week, while trading could be light in coming days ahead of holiday closures. GDP data is due tomorrow.

Closing Thoughts on a Year of Uncertainty

At the end of 2025, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones assess the resiliency of the economy.

Trading

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks were able to register a late-week recovery, largely supported by yesterday's inflation data, but it's unclear whether a year-end rally is in the cards for investors.

Markets and Economy

CPI Next with Stocks in 4-Day Slump as Tech Wilts

The S&P 500 starts today on a four-day losing streak ahead of an ECB rate decision and U.S. CPI. Analysts expect a 0.3% headline inflation rise. FedEx and Nike report later today.

Markets and Economy

Schwab's Market Perspective: 2026 Outlook

Investors are navigating not just uncertainty, but an unstable environment influenced by tariffs and inflation, among other factors. While volatility may increase, there is likely room for another solid year in 2026, especially for fixed income and international stocks.

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