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US Market Commentary
CPI, Banks, Warsh in View as War, Rate Fears Climb
CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh are today's highlights. But action in the Middle East and the path of oil are also influential.
July 14, 2026
After Light Monday, Big Banks, CPI and Warsh Loom
The week starts slowly but accelerates tomorrow with CPI, big bank results, and congressional testimony by Fed Chair Warsh. Two key chip industry firms report later this week.
July 13, 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
Navigating the Global Earnings Boom
The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.
July 13, 2026
Stocks Retreat on Oil, Iran to Start a Packed Week
Mounting attacks over the weekend in the Strait of Hormuz sent stocks, especially tech, down in early trading as oil rose. Tomorrow brings CPI, Warsh testimony, and bank results.
July 13, 2026
Stocks on Pace for Weekly Gain as Delta Reports
After wilting in late June, chips have revived slightly and the broader market is on pace for gains this week as the rally broadens despite the war. Delta reports early today.
July 10, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks had a volatile week, but are on track for weekly gains, as investors overlook a flare-up in the Iran conflict in favor of Q2 earnings optimism.
July 10, 2026
Watching Iran and Oil, Investors Prep for Earnings
Earnings from PepsiCo today and Delta tomorrow precede big banks and key chip names reporting next week. Oil and yields are elevated after the most recent Middle East skirmishes.
July 9, 2026
Market Snapshot | July 2026
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
July 9, 2026
Fed Minutes Up Next After Chips Flag in Reversal
The swift move out of chips Tuesday could reflect market fatigue and precedes key chip company earnings next week. Fed minutes are today's highlight amid inflation concerns.
July 8, 2026
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
Looking to the Futures
September Oat Futures (/ZOU26) have found a consolidative price floor as ample supply meets subdued demand.
July 2, 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
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
Fed Shifts to Hawkish Tune, But Keeps Rates Steady
The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged in Kevin Warsh's first meeting as chair, but a hawkish policy statement and economic projections raise the odds of a rate hike this year.
June 17, 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
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