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US Market Commentary
Stocks Tracking for Longest Loss Streak Since 2022
The S&P 500 is on track for its fifth straight losing week, the longest stretch since mid-2022. Risk-off sentiment rose as the weekend approached with no sign of de-escalation.
March 27, 2026
Oil Still Fuels Markets with Earnings, Data Scarce
Major indexes are up slightly this week as investors cling to hopes of relief from the conflict and lower oil prices. With little data or earnings, oil still sets the pace.
March 26, 2026
What Is Guidance and How Should Investors React?
Many public companies regularly provide earnings guidance, and it often moves shares. What is guidance, why do companies share it, and how should investors monitor it and react?
March 26, 2026
War Escalation Worries Lift Oil, Send Stocks Lower
Crude oil prices continue to set the tone, and their 4% rise this morning amid fears of war escalation sent major indexes sharply lower. Weekly jobless claims were as expected.
March 26, 2026
Looking to the Futures
The CBOE Market Volatility Index or VIX has sat atop 20 for straight twenty days.
March 26, 2026
Bitcoin Volatility Shrinks to Magnificent 7 Levels
Bitcoin is now less volatile than some Magnificent 7 stocks, but it's still capable of steep, prolonged declines.
March 25, 2026
Crude Still at Wheel with Market Focused on War
Stocks slumped heading into mid-week as news reports showed little progress ending the conflict and crude rebounded. Today brings Chewy earnings and import and export prices.
March 25, 2026
Earnings on Speed Dial: Why Quarterly Calls Matter
A company's earnings call gives investors a ringside seat, providing insights and perspective that go beyond the numbers. Here's how they work and what to listen for.
March 24, 2026
Investors Seek More Signs of Iran Thaw After Rally
Monday's rally on news of talks with Iran faded, and renewed vigor may depend on evidence of progress toward re-opening the Strait. Earnings are light but March PMI data is ahead.
March 24, 2026
After Worst Week of Year, War and Oil Center Stage
War and oil have the spotlight almost to themselves as the week ahead features little in the way of major data or earnings news. The S&P 500 hit six-month lows Friday.
March 23, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Major indices are on track for the fourth straight week of losses, and are now technically oversold, as the U.S./Iran conflict continues to dominate market psychology.
March 20, 2026
Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty: Reading the Market's Mixed Signals
Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.
March 20, 2026
The Ups and Downs of Stock Market Volatility
Many investors think about getting out of the stock market when it gets bumpy. But history shows that staying invested over the long term has resulted in positive gains.
March 18, 2026
Fed Holds Rates Steady, Still Sees One Cut in 2026
The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.
March 18, 2026
Dire Strait: War's Impact on Stocks
A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.
March 18, 2026
The Short Interest Monitor
This snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest can help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
March 17, 2026
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
March 13, 2026
Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities
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
STAX Generational Trends: The Gen X Factor
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
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