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US Market Commentary
Exchange-Traded Notes: The Facts and the Risks
Exchange-traded notes (ETNs) may have a similar sounding name, but ETNs are not the same as exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and they carry some important risks for investors.
November 21, 2025
Nvidia Tops Consensus, Investors Await Jobs Data
Nvidia initially rose overnight after reporting a 62% year-over-year revenue rise and exceeding consensus on earnings and guidance. September jobs data and Walmart are up next.
November 20, 2025
Nvidia Ignites Rally, but Jobs Data Looks Mixed
The September jobs report, delayed by the shutdown, showed higher jobs growth of 119,000 while unemployment ticked up. Nvidia and Walmart earnings both impressed.
November 20, 2025
Investors Eyeing Big Issues as Washington Reopens
As the government reopens, investors are watching for the Fed to make rate decisions, Congress to avoid another shutdown, and the Supreme Court to rule on the legality of tariffs.
November 20, 2025
Nvidia, Target, Fed Minutes Ahead After 4-Day Drop
Nvidia results loom after the longest S&P 500 losing streak since August. Crypto rebounded late Tuesday but mega caps sank. Lowes, Target, and Fed minutes also are on tap today.
November 19, 2025
Crypto, AI Hit as Market Buckles Ahead of Nvidia
Resurgent credit worries along with AI caution and falling rate cut odds stalk the market ahead of Home Depot today and Nvidia tomorrow. Stocks hit a one-month low Monday.
November 18, 2025
Nvidia, Retail Earnings and Jobs Report Ahead
A busy week includes Nvidia earnings Wednesday, September jobs data Thursday, and a full shopping cart of retail earnings reports. Rate cut odds are down, and yields up.
November 17, 2025
Nvidia Earnings Ahead: AI Demand, Margins In-Focus
Investors will be looking for a read on hyperscaler AI spending, the impact of rising competition, and expansion to new growth areas in the chipmaker's upcoming Q3 earnings report.
November 17, 2025
After Worst Day in Month, Tech Limps Into Weekend
Stocks fell sharply Thursday, with tech among the hardest hit as AI valuations again got questioned and rate cut odds got pinched. Fed speakers today could get a close watch.
November 14, 2025
Schwab's Market Perspective: Looking for Direction
While stock and bond markets wait for U.S. federal data to become available again, private-sector reports suggest lukewarm overall economic growth.
November 14, 2025
Q3 Retail Earnings Preview: Consumer Mood Darkens
Consumers are in a sour mood over inflation and jobs as major retailers prepare to report earnings and offer their outlooks for the holiday shopping period.
November 13, 2025
Can You Really Live on a Cruise?
Making a home aboard an ocean liner may sound like a dream for some retirees, but what are the pros and cons of living a life on the seas?
November 12, 2025
Market Snapshot | November 2025
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
November 12, 2025
Desert Song: Relying on Alt Data for Economic Pulse
While we wait for federal data to come back online, private sector gauges continue to underscore still-weak manufacturing, resilient services, and mediocre job growth.
November 10, 2025
Using Bonds Wisely in a Bull Market for Equities
The Fed is cutting interest rates, and the bull market in equities shows no signs of slowing. So where do bonds fit in your portfolio?
November 6, 2025
What Happened to Germany's Spending Boom?
German officials announced a massive stimulus program in early 2025. The results have been underwhelming so far, but we believe the economic boost to Germany and Europe is still coming.
November 3, 2025
3 Ways to Navigate Mega-Cap Concentration Risks
Mega-cap concentration in the S&P 500 index recently reached its highest level in more than 35 years. Is your portfolio prepared for the related concentration risks?
October 30, 2025
How Well Do You Know Market Cap?
Market capitalization is a key guidepost for anyone building a portfolio. Here's what to know.
October 29, 2025
Fed Cuts Rates for the Second Time This Year
The Federal Reserve lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected. However, dissenting votes may cloud the path forward.
October 29, 2025
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