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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

The Schwab Market Update weekly digest offers a summary of news items from the past week.

Weekly Digest: Oil v. Stocks, Earnings, and RSI

A recap of some of this week's big stories covers a shift between oil and stock prices, the rising RSI, bank earnings, and the global impact of stifled oil production.
April 17, 2026

Covered Call Strategy Considerations

Selling covered calls is a strategy that can help traders potentially make money if the underlying stock price holds steady. Here are some considerations and specifics to remember.
April 16, 2026

SEC Approves Scrapping $25,000 Day Trader Minimum

Under the new rules, traders will no longer be required to maintain an account balance of $25,000 to engage in frequent margin day trading.
April 16, 2026

Power and AI Boost Infrastructure Investments

While infrastructure companies are not immune to a potential economic slowdown, they may provide a longer-term investment opportunity amid an uncertain macroeconomic backdrop.
April 13, 2026
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Inside Today's Labor Market: What Jobs Data & AI Are Really Telling Us (With Nela Richardson)

ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson explains how high frequency payroll data shows a labor market that's stable but lacking dynamism.
April 10, 2026
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Truce in Iran: Relief but Not Resolution

While the temporary truce is welcome news, critical questions are still unanswered and the possibility for a wide range of potential outcomes for the Iran War remains.
April 10, 2026

How to Manage Stock Concentration Risk

A hot run for a handful of stocks can be boon to your portfolio—but also lead to overconcentration. Here's what to know about managing stock concentration risk.
April 10, 2026

Owning vs. Hoping: Gambling Isn’t Investing

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.
April 9, 2026

STAX Generational Trends: Gen Z Goes Conservative

Younger investors took a more conservative approach in March amid the Iran war, according to the Schwab Trading Activity Index™. Gen X and Baby Boomers were largely unfazed.
April 8, 2026

Gambler's Blues: Betting Isn't Investing

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.
April 8, 2026

Tokenization: Real-World Assets on the Blockchain

U.S. markets are moving toward tokenization—the trading of assets on blockchains. Investors should understand tokenization, including the potential risks and benefits.
April 7, 2026
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When Sunk Costs Take Flight

Katy Milkman explores why people tend to keep investing time, money, or effort into something even when future benefits no longer justify continuing.
April 6, 2026

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.
April 2, 2026

AI and Magnificent 7 Stocks With Liz Ann Sonders

Liz Ann Sonders, Chief Investment Strategist at Schwab, answers your questions related to AI and the Magnificent 7 stocks.
March 30, 2026

Sector Pulse: Staples Defying "Haven" Reputation

During geopolitical strife, some investors seek possible stability in consumer staples. Despite their reputation, staples underperformed the broader market after the Iran war began.
March 30, 2026
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What's the Best Way to Talk Money With Teens?

Parents play a key role in teens learning real-world money skills. This episode explores how open dialogue and hands-on experience help young people move toward financial independence.
March 30, 2026

Large Bid/Ask Options Spreads in Volatile Markets

Bid/ask options spreads widen during volatile markets as market makers adapt how they manage trades amid increased uncertainty.
March 30, 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

Micro Bitcoin and Ether Futures Offer Small Bites of Crypto

At a fraction of the size of a standard futures contract, Micro Bitcoin and Ether futures can offer a more capital-efficient way for traders to gain bitcoin and ether exposure.
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

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