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Schwab Market Update

Worries about rising U.S. deficits sent yields up, hurting stocks early. Target's results disappointed, and oil rose on a report that Israel might target Iran's nuclear facilities.

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.

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.

Markets and Economy

Fed Holds Rates Steady but Warns of Rising Risks

The Fed held the federal funds rate steady but noted that the risks of slowing economic growth and higher inflation have risen.

Markets and Economy

"Soft" Data Hits Hard: Why Does Sentiment Matter?

University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment is a so-called "soft" report, not reflecting "hard" data like GDP or CPI. It moved markets recently, so how much attention should investors pay?

Bonds

Why Is the U.S. Dollar Declining?

Historically the United States dollar strengthens when U.S. Treasury yields rise. But the reverse happened in April after the White House announced widespread tariffs.

Markets and Economy

Dominoes: Recessions' History Guide

Recession risk remains elevated, likely only receding with a fuller "pivot" in tariff-related uncertainty. While every recession is unique, history can provide a guide.

Markets and Economy

The State of Rates and the Bond Market During Uncertainty

Collin Martin and Kathy Jones dissect the current environment for different types of bonds and bond investors.

Upside Down(side): Markets' Wild Rides

Markets have had a wild ride these past couple of weeks, alongside chaotic tariff-related news, with volatility (and its policy triggers) most elevated in the bond market.

Markets and Economy

Making Sense of Recent Market Volatility

After a turbulent few days in the market, what strategies should investors consider?

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