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US Market Commentary
Earnings Schedule Heats Up as Fed Meeting Starts
A Fed meeting starts today with little chance seen of a rate move. Meanwhile, 90 S&P 500 companies line up to report this week including Boeing and General Motors this morning.
January 27, 2026
Earnings Parade Continues as Fed Gathers
After a wild week of geopolitical volatility, investors track mega-cap earnings and a Fed meeting in days ahead, with no rate move seen. Four of the Magnificent 7 report this week.
January 26, 2026
Shutdown, Tariffs Return to Focus as Stocks Waver
After a wild week of geopolitical volatility and more over the weekend, investors await mega-cap earnings and Wednesday's Fed decision. Four of the Magnificent 7 report this week.
January 26, 2026
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLH26) ended the week higher after Russia seemed to downplay any hopes of a near-term settlement of the Ukraine/Russian conflict over territorial issues between the two nations.
January 26, 2026
Intel Results Mulled as Earnings Season Speeds Up
Intel initially dropped after better-than-expected results but disappointing guidance. Investors prepare for several Magnificent Seven earnings and a Fed meeting next week.
January 23, 2026
A Week of Whiplash: What’s Behind the Market’s Mood Swings?
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss market volatility, tariffs, Greenland, Japanese bond yields, and some momentum toward precious metals.
January 23, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks are on track for a relatively flat week, but investors may feel a little whipsawed following an early week drop and subsequent recovery on geopolitical volatility.
January 23, 2026
Stock Market Terminology: 200+ Investing Definitions
Get definitions for more than 200 common investing terms.
January 22, 2026
After Whipsaw Start to Week, PCE and Intel Loom
Stocks found new strength Wednesday after Tuesday's slide, helped by positive geopolitical news. Today brings PCE inflation data in the morning and Intel earnings after the close.
January 22, 2026
Q4 Tech Earnings Preview: Leaders, Laggards Shift
Results from tech titans including Microsoft and Apple are on tap soon. Focus remains on cloud growth and spending after some stocks were punished for raising Cap-Ex last quarter.
January 22, 2026
Greenland Spat Jars Markets, Earnings Overshadowed
Strong earnings haven't been able to buoy U.S. stocks with investors rattled by tariff rhetoric amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland. Johnson & Johnson on deck today.
January 21, 2026
Greenland Spat Sparks Biggest Drop Since October
U.S. stocks face broad sell-off and Treasurys plunge with investors rattled by tariff threats amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland.
January 20, 2026
Time of the Season … For Year-End Targets
Year-end S&P 500 price targets implicitly assume continuity and fail to recognize volatility and macro forces that affect markets throughout any given year.
January 20, 2026
Managing Your Finances After the Loss of a Spouse
Handling financial matters while navigating the emotions of losing a spouse can feel daunting. But by addressing the most urgent financial needs, you can make a clear path forward.
January 14, 2026
The Bond Market in 2026: What Could Go Wrong?
We expect another generally good year for bond returns this year, but even the best-laid plans can go awry when circumstances change. Here are four risks to our outlook.
January 14, 2026
Market Snapshot | January 2026
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
January 14, 2026
What Is the Debt Ceiling and Why Does It Matter?
What's the debt ceiling? Learn how the debt ceiling works and how a default on federal debt could impact the U.S. stock market and economy.
January 13, 2026
Emerging Markets: AI Opportunity and AI Risk
Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.
January 12, 2026
Q4 Bank Earnings Preview: Do Results Back Rally?
Big banks begin reporting tomorrow with JPMorgan Chase. Fundamentals may need to be robust to match the sector's recent Wall Street gains, and loan demand could get a close look.
January 12, 2026
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
January 8, 2026
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