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US Market Commentary
Surprise Jobs Drop Lifts Stocks as Hike Odds Fall
July jobs growth declined by 23,000, missing expectations for a rise of 86,000, while the unemployment rate was 4.1%. Major indexes initially held on to small gains.
August 7, 2026
Stocks on Pace for Strong Week, Awaiting Jobs Data
Stocks eased from record highs Thursday but remain sharply up for the week approaching today's July payrolls report. Jobs growth of 86,000 is expected, with unemployment steady.
August 7, 2026
Jobs Data, Oil, Memory Chip Earnings In Focus
With the July payrolls report due tomorrow, investors eye weekly jobless claims, watch for Middle East developments, and mull memory chip results after the rally slowed.
August 6, 2026
The Way You Make Me Feel: Sentiment's Message
Investors remain cautious despite bullish positioning, as rotations curb speculation while record margin debt and high equity allocations raise longer-term risks.
August 5, 2026
Sentiment Boxes to Check: Market Condition Metrics
Several metrics including Schwab's STAX report, investor sentiment data, and the greed and fear index can help investors glean how participants view market conditions.
August 5, 2026
After Rally to Highs, SpaceX, AMD Results in Focus
Yesterday's rally to record highs reflected hopes for peace and strong earnings. However, SpaceX and Advanced Micro Devices appeared to disappoint with results after the close.
August 5, 2026
Spot and Stick to Trends with ADX and RSI
Used together, the Average Directional Index and Relative Strength Index can help traders assess a stock's trend, how strong it is, and whether it may be overbought or oversold.
August 4, 2026
AMD, Caterpillar, SpaceX and Job Openings Loom
After stocks closed near record highs Monday and Palantir topped estimates, investors await AMD and SpaceX after the close. Job openings kick off a key labor data week.
August 4, 2026
Q2 Tech Earnings Preview: Chips, Memory, Software
Chip, software, and memory maker stocks headline the next wave of tech earnings. Here's what investors should watch, from AI infrastructure demand to memory market competition.
August 3, 2026
Markets Brace for Packed Earnings Week, Jobs Data
Palantir kicks off another packed earnings slate after the bell, while manufacturing data is in focus this morning. Attention will then shift to jobs data later in the week.
August 3, 2026
How Do IRAs Actually Work?
What exactly is an IRA, and how do you know if one makes sense for you? Mark unpacks the fundamentals behind one of the most important retirement accounts.
August 3, 2026
Congress Heads Out, but Washington Keeps Working
There is plenty of activity in Washington that can move the markets, even with Congress in recess. So what should you be watching?
July 30, 2026
Divided Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged
In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.
July 29, 2026
Q2 Tech Earnings Preview: It's All About AI ROI
Here's what to watch as the Magnificent Seven report earnings, from AI monetization and capital expenditures to guidance and company-specific trends.
July 21, 2026
What's in the Fed's Toolbox?
What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.
July 21, 2026
Financial Considerations of Moving Abroad
More and more Americans are establishing second homes abroad. Here's how to prepare your finances before making the move.
July 14, 2026
Q2 Bank Earnings Preview: Hawkish Fed Pivot Eyed
The Fed's recent shift into a more hawkish mode creates concern about banking profits later this year, but second-quarter results are seen strong thanks to IPOs, mergers.
July 13, 2026
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