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Experts offer their insights on the U.S. and global markets

Successful investing begins with being informed. Read the insights of top Schwab professionals and keep up with the daily flux of the stock market.


US Market Commentary

Stocks That Own Stocks: Know What You're Getting

More companies, particularly in tech, are buying shares in other companies. What's behind this strategy, and what should investors know when they invest?
June 16, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Fed Meets, Retail Sales Loom with Geopolitics Eyed

The Fed isn't seen changing rates tomorrow, but it's Kevin Warsh's first rodeo as chairman, which could mean drama. Housing data today follows yesterday's sharp oil-driven rally.
June 16, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Rally Pauses Ahead of Fed Decision, Retail Sales

Though memory chip names kept climbing, the overall rally slowed early today despite another drop in crude and yields. Investors await tomorrow's Fed meeting and retail sales.
June 16, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Gold futures (/GC) boasts a strong correlation to the E-mini S&P 500 (/ES) future.
June 16, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Fed in focus after volatile week for stocks

Investors turn their attention to Kevin Warsh's first meeting as Fed chair after the SpaceX IPO and hopes for an Iran deal helped equities end a volatile week on a high note.
June 15, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks are on track for weekly gains following a bumpy start as reports of a potential Iran deal, and lower oil prices and yield lift investor sentiment.
June 12, 2026

Schwab Market Perspective: Mid-Year Outlook

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
June 12, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Peace Hopes, Sentiment Data Could Set Early Tone

Any fresh developments around a possible Middle East peace plan could move markets after yesterday's rally, while consumer sentiment data outlines inflation expectations.
June 12, 2026
Schwab Market Update

More Inflation Data Due After Another Selloff

Another round of inflation data arrives a day after consumer price data met expectations. Stocks fell sharply, though, due to rising Iran tensions and more selling of chip makers.
June 11, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Inflation in Focus After Volatile Day for Stocks

CPI data due today will offer the latest inflation reading ahead of next week's Federal Reserve meeting, a day after chipmakers suffered a second rout in three trading sessions.
June 10, 2026

STAX Generational Trends: Millennials Turn Bullish

The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ tracks client activity to gauge sentiment. Younger generations closed the sentiment gap in May, becoming more bullish as indexes hit highs.
June 9, 2026

2026 Mid-Year Outlook: Global Equity

Equity markets should remain supported by strong earnings and capital investment trends through 2026, but market concentration and macro risks leave less room for error.
June 8, 2026
Schwab Volatility Update

Chip Stocks Plunge, Putting Wall Street on Defense

The roaring chip sector fell sharply Friday, pushing down the entire market in a bruising session. The impetus was rate worries after solid jobs data, along with Broadcom guidance.
June 5, 2026
arial view of a winding river

2026 Mid-Year Outlook: Taxable Fixed Income

For the bond market in the second half of 2026, income still matters, but investors should be selective. Now is not the time to favor long-duration investments.
June 5, 2026

Bad Vibes Appear No Match for This Bull Market

Counted out after a negative first quarter, the bull market roared back in April and May. Can earnings keep feeding this bull? And what could slow it down?
June 4, 2026

Market Snapshot | June 2026

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
June 4, 2026

2026 Mid-Year Outlook: U.S. Stocks and Economy

Learn what's in store for the remainder of 2026 and the challenges that lie ahead in our mid-year outlook for U.S. stocks and the economy.
June 3, 2026

Consumer, Crypto Concerns Don't Halt New Highs

Stocks continue to forge new highs but face potential headwinds amid seasonal challenges, a narrow equity risk premium, and falling consumer confidence.
May 29, 2026

Short Interest Monitor: TAP, FIG, AKAM

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
May 29, 2026

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
May 29, 2026

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