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US Market Commentary
PPI Data, Big Bank Results, Retail Sales Line Up
Today features December PPI, earnings from three large banks, and retail sales. Investors also await a possible Supreme Court tariff ruling, while oil rose on Iran worries.
January 14, 2026
JPMorgan Results, CPI Due After Fresh Record Highs
December CPI and JPMorgan Chase are out before the open, with analysts expecting solid results from JPM and 0.3% CPI gains. Treasury yields are near the top of their recent range.
January 13, 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
Stocks Rebound on Cool CPI, Solid JPMorgan Results
Lighter than expected December CPI data helped stocks edge up after they slumped overnight, but yields remain near recent highs. JPMorgan Chase results mostly appeared to impress.
January 13, 2026
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
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLG26) ended the week higher as escalating protests in Iran raise the prospects of oil supply disruptions.
January 12, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks are on track for weekly gains, with most of the majors hitting fresh all-time highs, as money finds its way towards other, non-tech, areas of the market.
January 9, 2026
December Jobs Data Awaited, Tariff Ruling Possible
The December jobs report today is expected to show growth of 55,000, a relatively low number. Today could also bring a Supreme Court tariff ruling, but there's no guarantee.
January 9, 2026
One Day to Go: Jobs Data Looms Amid Geopolitics
Investors are on pins and needles waiting for Friday's December payrolls report, with expectations at around 55,000. Weak data Wednesday helped weigh on Treasury yields and stocks.
January 8, 2026
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
January 8, 2026
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
Forward/Backward: 2025 Review With a Note on Venezuela
The capture of Venezuelan President Maduro has been digested well by global markets, which is in keeping with 2025’s theme of massive volatility and solid index-level returns.
January 5, 2026
3 Stock Options Trading Stats on thinkorswim
Learn how three options statistics on thinkorswim—implied and historical volatility, the Sizzle Index, and the put/call ratio—can help traders make more informed decisions.
December 31, 2025
This Cool Investing Feature Is the Key to Reaching Your Goals
See how compound growth can boost your savings.
December 26, 2025
How to Invest Like a Boss—As a Teen
Check out the different types of investing accounts and how to pick the right account type for your goal.
December 26, 2025
More Than Meets the Eye: How to Read Stock Quotes
New to investing and never ventured past the buy/sell buttons? Start by learning how to read stock quotes and other technical information.
December 23, 2025
10 Answers to Common Investing Questions
Discover expert answers to some of the most common questions about investing. We'll cover topics like why to invest, when to invest, how much to invest, and more.
December 22, 2025
Closing Thoughts on a Year of Uncertainty
At the end of 2025, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones assess the resiliency of the economy.
December 19, 2025
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