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US Market Commentary

Stock Market Terminology: 200+ Investing Definitions

Get definitions for more than 200 common investing terms.
January 22, 2026

Q4 Tech Earnings Preview: Leaders, Laggards Shift

Results from tech titans including Microsoft and Apple are on tap soon. Focus remains on cloud growth and spending after some stocks were punished for raising Cap-Ex last quarter.
January 22, 2026
Schwab Market Update

After Whipsaw Start to Week, PCE and Intel Loom

Stocks found new strength Wednesday after Tuesday's slide, helped by positive geopolitical news. Today brings PCE inflation data in the morning and Intel earnings after the close.
January 22, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Tech Powers Early Strength as Greenland Fears Ease

Tech stocks keyed an early rally ahead of Intel's earnings and as geopolitical concerns eased. PCE looms ahead of next week's Fed meeting, and yields rose as GDP ticked higher.
January 22, 2026

Looking to the Futures

Since the beginning of December, cattle futures have been showing signs of strength.
January 22, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Greenland Spat Jars Markets, Earnings Overshadowed

Strong earnings haven't been able to buoy U.S. stocks with investors rattled by tariff rhetoric amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland. Johnson & Johnson on deck today.
January 21, 2026
Schwab Volatility Update

Greenland Spat Sparks Biggest Drop Since October

U.S. stocks face broad sell-off and Treasurys plunge with investors rattled by tariff threats amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland.
January 20, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Packed Earnings Slate, Economic Data Loom Large

Earnings season is off to a strong start, but this week's packed reporting calendar and upcoming economic data will test whether the momentum can hold.
January 20, 2026
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Time of the Season … For Year-End Targets

Year-end S&P 500 price targets implicitly assume continuity and fail to recognize volatility and macro forces that affect markets throughout any given year.
January 20, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

The Russell 2000 and S&P 500 Equal Weight are on track for weekly gains as money flows towards non-tech areas of the market. Q4 earnings and firm economic data continues to support the bulls' thesis.
January 16, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Fed Speakers, Bank Earnings, TSM Strength in Focus

Investors will be closely watching more bank earnings reports and another group of Fed speakers on Friday after TSM's strong earnings report boosted chip stocks yesterday.
January 16, 2026

Market Snapshot | January 2026

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
January 14, 2026
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The Bond Market in 2026: What Could Go Wrong?

We expect another generally good year for bond returns this year, but even the best-laid plans can go awry when circumstances change. Here are four risks to our outlook.
January 14, 2026

Managing Your Finances After the Loss of a Spouse

Handling financial matters while navigating the emotions of losing a spouse can feel daunting. But by addressing the most urgent financial needs, you can make a clear path forward.
January 14, 2026

What Is the Debt Ceiling and Why Does It Matter?

What's the debt ceiling? Learn how the debt ceiling works and how a default on federal debt could impact the U.S. stock market and economy.
January 13, 2026
Schwab Market Update

Banks, CPI, Fed Speeches Follow Mixed Jobs Data

Bank results and the Consumer Price Index are key this week. Jobs data pushed down rate cut odds, but stocks hit new highs as unemployment fell. A 10-year note auction comes today.
January 12, 2026

Emerging Markets: AI Opportunity and AI Risk

Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.
January 12, 2026

Q4 Bank Earnings Preview: Do Results Back Rally?

Big banks begin reporting tomorrow with JPMorgan Chase. Fundamentals may need to be robust to match the sector's recent Wall Street gains, and loan demand could get a close look.
January 12, 2026

Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
January 8, 2026
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How to Use Heikin Ashi Charts

Heikin ashi charts can potentially help traders identify when trends are likely to reverse. Learn how to read these charts and how to use them when trading.
January 6, 2026

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