Markets and Economy

Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions

market volatility government policy international sectors us

Are Tariffs Over? Court Ruling Isn't the End

Trump's tariffs now face a legal battle. Tariffs may be less arbitrary and reduced in severity or duration, but the next steps are complicated and likely to extend uncertainty.

Markets and Economy

Schwab Market Update

Though PCE data showed inflation progress, stocks fell on trade tensions between the U.S. and China. Consumer sentiment looms, and next week brings jobs numbers and Powell remarks.

No Hard Feelings: Soft vs. Hard Divide Persists

There is still a wide divergence between hard and soft data, and a recovery in the latter is likely to be weak absent a meaningful reduction in policy uncertainty.

Company Earnings

Nvidia on Deck with Tariffs, Blackwell Sales Eyed

Nvidia, the biggest AI chip firm, reports Wednesday. Blackwell chip demand, tariffs, and guidance all could help determine how shares respond after a volatile two months.

Markets and Economy

Weekly Market Outlook

Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.

Markets and Economy

Data Decoder: Deciphering Messages in Key Reports

A host of data influences the market, including jobs and GDP. Learn how savvy investors decipher their meaning and what they watch for beneath the surface.

International

Why International and Why Now

The shifting change in market leadership to international outperformance may call for a portfolio review to assess overexposure risks.

Markets and Economy

Schwab Market Perspective: The Tariff Effect

Stocks have rebounded since the White House delayed steep tariffs that were announced in early April, but trade policy remains a potential driver of volatility.

Company Earnings

Q1 Retail Earnings in Uncertain Year

While Q1 retail earnings results are expected to be good, analysts will be watching for indications about tariff management for the rest of the year.

Hate It or Love It: Sentiment's Message

The April plunge in stocks ushered in a huge washout in investor sentiment, but more so on the attitudinal side as opposed to the behavioral side.

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. Where specific advice is necessary or appropriate, consult with a qualified tax advisor, CPA, financial planner or investment manager.

Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Hedging and protective strategies generally involve additional costs and do not assure a profit or guarantee against loss.

Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Please read the options disclosure document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options" before considering any option transaction. Supporting documentation for any claims or statistical information is available upon request.

With long options, investors may lose 100% of funds invested.

Covered calls provide downside protection only to the extent of premiums received, and prevent any profitability above the strike price of the call.

Cryptocurrency- related products carry a substantial level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Investments in cryptocurrencies are relatively new, highly speculative, and may be subject to extreme price volatility, illiquidity, and increased risk of loss, including your entire investment in the fund. Spot markets on which cryptocurrencies trade are relatively new and largely unregulated, and therefore, may be more exposed to fraud and security breaches than established, regulated exchanges for other financial assets or instruments. Some cryptocurrency-related products use futures contracts to attempt to duplicate the performance of an investment in cryptocurrency, which may result in unpredictable pricing, higher transaction costs, and performance that fails to track the price of the reference cryptocurrency as intended. Please read more about risks of trading cryptocurrency futures here.

Futures, futures options and Forex trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for all investors. Please read the Risk Disclosure Statement for Futures and Options prior to trading futures products.

Forex trading involves leverage, carries a substantial level of risk, and is not suitable for all investors. Please read the Risk Disclosure for Forex.

0924-RGR0