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US Market Commentary
Great Moderation Era: Drift(ing) Away
The Great Moderation has given way to a more volatile era, where inflation shocks and market dispersion favor flexibility and diversification.
July 8, 2026
Understanding Margin Interest
Even if traders don't intend to use margin, there are actions that can trigger margin interest. Here are tips for understanding and reducing the potential of a margin loan.
July 1, 2026
What Is Deflation? Definition, Causes, Examples
Deflation is a broad drop in prices that can slow consumer spending, hurt corporate profits, and reduce economic growth. Learn what causes it and how it can impact markets.
June 30, 2026
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
June 26, 2026
2 Minutes on the Markets | U.S. Insights
What's ahead for the U.S. stock market and economy in the second half of 2026? SCFR's Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders shares her insights.
June 23, 2026
Fibonacci Retracement and Extension Levels Explained
Fibonacci retracement and extension levels are technical analysis tools that can help traders identify potential support and resistance price levels in stock trading.
June 23, 2026
IPO Basics: What to Know Before Investing
IPOs can be appealing, but they also require caution. Learn how the IPO process works, what to review before investing, and why hype doesn't always signal a good investment.
June 23, 2026
Could a Trust Fit Your Estate Plan?
Thinking about a trust? This episode explains how trusts work, what problems they solve, and why they may be useful for more people than you might expect.
June 22, 2026
What Is Inflation? How It Works and Why It Matters
Inflation is a broad rise in the prices of goods and services over time that reduces purchasing power. Learn what causes it, how it's measured, and why it matters to investors.
June 22, 2026
What Is Stagflation? Causes, Examples, and Impact
Stagflation is a mix of high inflation, weak economic growth, and rising unemployment. Learn what causes it, how it affects markets, and what it can mean for investors.
June 18, 2026
2026 Mid-Year Outlook: Municipal Bonds
In our view, municipal bonds may offer attractive tax-efficient income potential, though elevated supply, an uncertain rate backdrop, and issuer dispersion may pose risks.
June 17, 2026
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
Using Implied Volatility Percentages and Rankings
Learn how implied volatility (IV) percentages and percentile rankings can help identify when changes in options pricing are normal or unusual.
June 15, 2026
Using the Sortino Ratio to Gauge Downside Risk
A variation of the Sharpe ratio, the Sortino ratio measures excess returns relative to downside risk. The higher the Sortino ratio, the better the risk-adjusted return.
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
What Investors Should Know About Stock Splits
Learn how stock splits work, why companies use them, how they affect investors, and why markets sometimes react strongly to these mostly cosmetic corporate actions.
June 8, 2026
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
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
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