Market Commentary

Get our experts' perspective on recent market trends and what they could mean for your investment portfolio.

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Stocks Up, Yields and Oil Down

Though Iran keeps denying there's any negotiation, stocks rose while oil and yields fell early as media reports said the U.S. circulated a peace plan. Earnings and data are thin.

March 25, 2026

Quarterly Earnings Calls

A company's earnings call gives investors a ringside seat, providing insights and perspective that go beyond the numbers. Here's how they work and what to listen for.

March 24, 2026


Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty

Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.

March 20, 2026

War's Impact on Stocks

A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.

March 18, 2026

Fed Keeps Rates Steady

The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.

March 18, 2026

Stock Market's Ups and Downs

Many investors think about getting out of the stock market when it gets bumpy. But history shows that staying invested over the long term has resulted in positive gains.

March 18, 2026

Trading

Quin Fields

Looking to the Futures

Quin B. Fields
March 20, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson, Jim Ferraioli
March 13, 2026

US stocks and economy

Our perspective on what's driving U.S. equity markets

Market Snapshot

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

March 12, 2026

Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty

Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.

March 20, 2026

War's Impact on Stocks

A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.

March 18, 2026

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

March 13, 2026

International stocks and economy

 Our take on crosscurrents affecting international equities

Iran: Gauging Market Impact

The worsening energy shock from the Iran War has raised risks of a more severe crisis. It may resolve quickly, but the longer it persists, the larger the possible economic damage. Asia and Europe are most vulnerable.

March 13, 2026 Michelle Gibley • Chris Ferrarone

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

March 13, 2026

Geopolitical Risk is Evolving

Weakening global ties may lead to economic disruption and lasting investment implications. Here's what investors should know about navigating the changing landscape.

February 09, 2026

EM: AI Opportunity and AI Risk

Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.

January 12, 2026

Fixed income

Insights on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets

Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty

Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.

March 20, 2026 Liz Ann Sonders • Collin Martin

Fed Keeps Rates Steady

The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.

March 18, 2026

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

March 13, 2026

Kathy Jones' Market Lessons

As Collin Martin prepares to take over as co-host of the show, Kathy Jones reflects back on lessons learned from her career in the investing world.

March 06, 2026

Government affairs

Our take on policy decisions that may affect markets and investments

Headline Drama vs. Your Portfolio

Headlines are meant to grab attention, not to provide investing advice. So how can you separate urgency from noise in order to make strategic decisions for your portfolio?

January 29, 2026 Michael Townsend