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Banks, PPI Loom After Stocks Start Week on a Roll
JPMorgan Chase and other major banks report before the open, with PPI also due after a rally to begin the week. The S&P 500 Index is now above where it was before the war began.
April 14, 2026
Earnings Season Ahead, Pulling Focus from War, Oil
Bank earnings start the reporting season with Goldman Sachs today and several other large firms tomorrow. This could attract some focus away from the war and oil prices.
April 13, 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
Blockade Blues: Stocks Down, Oil Up as Talks Fail
Trump's blockade of ships bound to or from Iran sent oil above $100 today and pressured stocks. Goldman's earnings received a sour greeting, and more banks and PPI arrive Tuesday.
April 13, 2026
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures posted their largest weekly decline in nine months last week.
April 13, 2026
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
CPI Next with Focus on Ceasefire as Weekend Looms
Trading could be cautious today after the solid rally, with investors on the lookout for today's March CPI data and any new developments on the ceasefire ahead of the weekend.
April 10, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Major indices are on track to post the largest weekly gain in several months on news of a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. However, successful negotiations still require some work, and uncertainty about the economic implications remain.
April 10, 2026
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
Q1 Bank Earnings Preview: High Expectations
Analysts expect a lot from banks this earnings season, but investors may want to focus more on forward guidance and executives' comments in this uncertain economic environment.
April 10, 2026
After Ceasefire Rally, Focus Turns to Inflation
PCE returns data to the front burner after stocks posted a robust rally yesterday in response to a fragile ceasefire. Strait traffic didn't immediately improve but oil plunged.
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
Stocks on Edge as War, Oil Remain in Sharp Focus
Trading today could hinge on any fresh escalation or de-escalation of the war, as well as the impact of oil prices. Stocks were resilient early this week despite war concerns.
April 8, 2026
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
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
April 3, 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
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
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
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
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