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US Market Commentary
Weekly Trader's Outlook
All the major indices hit fresh record highs this week despite the U.S. government shutdown. Is there enough in the tank to sustain bullish momentum next week?
October 3, 2025
Government Shutdown in Focus With Payrolls Delayed
With September's nonfarm payrolls data delayed, investors will be closely watching developments in Washington for insights into how long the government shutdown could last.
October 3, 2025
Jobs Numbers Shut Down, Stocks Rise Regardless
Though the shutdown canceled today's monthly jobs report, stocks continued to power higher thanks to the risk-on trade around AI. Services data loom shortly after the open.
October 3, 2025
Looking to the Futures
Cattle traded slightly lower on Thursday with traders processing the limited data provided by the US government that has been shut down since Wednesday morning.
October 3, 2025
Uncle Sam Buys Stocks: What Investors Should Know
The U.S. government bought shares of Intel and other companies and made a deal with Nvidia for some of its revenue. What does this mean for investors and for those firms?
October 2, 2025
Job Cuts News Eyed as Shutdown Delays Claims Data
With initial weekly jobless claims likely delayed by the shutdown, investors await a private job cuts report. Wall Street hit records yesterday despite the D.C. closure.
October 2, 2025
5 Major Cryptocurrencies: What to Know
With thousands of cryptocurrencies, it can be hard to know which might have value, let alone how they work. Here's what you need to know about five of the most-traded coins.
October 1, 2025
New Quarter Begins with Focus on D.C., Jobs Data
Investors seem to be shaking off worries about troubles in Washington, and may focus on jobs and manufacturing data due today and tomorrow. Stocks are near record highs.
October 1, 2025
Breaking Bad Trade Behaviors
How to curtail emotional biases and take a more considered approach to your trading decisions.
October 1, 2025
Uncertainty on Tap as Possible D.C. Shutdown Looms
As Washington faces a midnight deadline to keep the government open, investors worry that key jobs data due later this week could be delayed, with a possible impact on Fed policy.
September 30, 2025
The S&P 600: An Often-Overlooked Small-Cap Index
Funds that track the S&P 600 can provide investors exposure to the growth potential of small-cap stocks, with a profitability screen to weed out struggling companies.
September 30, 2025
Jobs, D.C. in Focus After Stocks Post Losing Week
Jobs data, Fed speakers, Nike earnings and D.C. events are all on investors' minds heading into the new week. Though rate cut odds and stocks rose Friday, so did Treasury yields.
September 29, 2025
AI: Stairway to Heaven or Heartbreaker?
AI technology has the potential to profoundly improve industries and markets, but not without some risks—like valuation and profitability—that investors should be aware of.
September 29, 2025
Fed's Dilemma: Boost Job Growth or Fight Inflation
As the Fed cuts rates while struggling to balance slowing job growth with inflation concerns, the central bank's independence is being tested. What's the impact on investors?
September 25, 2025
Is the Chinese Stock Market Rally Sustainable?
Chinese equities have surged amid investor optimism about AI innovation and certain government initiatives, despite a slowdown in China's economy.
September 22, 2025
Understanding Risk-Based Concentration and Margin
Margin increases potential return—and risk. To help protect clients and the firm, Charles Schwab uses a risk-based concentration model to set margin requirements.
September 18, 2025
Fed Cuts Rates, Citing Weakening Job Market
As expected, the Federal Reserve cut its short-term interest rate, citing concerns about slowing job growth. Where Fed policy goes from here is less clear.
September 17, 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
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
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