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US Market Commentary

Schwab Market Update

Jobs Data Ahead as Qualcomm, Arm Results Mulled

Investors await job cuts data and scrutinize results from Qualcomm, Arm Holdings, and DoorDash. Stocks bounced yesterday as the Supreme Court heard tariff arguments. Chips gained.
November 6, 2025
Schwab Market Update

Markets Gain Ground After Grim Jobs Report

Equities were up early after a private report showed layoffs in October hit the highest level for the month in two decades, bolstering hopes for another Fed rate cut in December.
November 6, 2025
Schwab Market Update

Jobs Data Follows Tech Selloff as Sentiment Dips

Today features a look at October hiring, along with McDonald's and DoorDash earnings, as the Supreme Court hears arguments on tariff policy after Tuesday's chip market plunge.
November 5, 2025
Schwab Market Update

Palantir Tops Estimates as AMD, Jobs Data Awaited

Palantir topped consensus estimates and investors await Advanced Micro Devices after today's close. Chip stocks keep rallying, but breadth is narrowing, a possible sign of caution.
November 4, 2025
Schwab Market Update

Earnings in Focus Amid Economic Data Delays

Investors will shift focus to another packed week of corporate earnings and a light lineup of economic data while they continue to digest the latest Fed rate cut.
November 3, 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
Schwab Market Update

Amazon, Apple Results Eyed After Risk-off Session

Strong results from Amazon and a decent showing from Apple are in the spotlight after risk-off sentiment, big losses for Meta, and weak chip stocks took some sizzle off the rally.
October 31, 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
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How to Effectively Read the Fed's Beige Book

Effectively reading the Federal Reserve's Beige Book can help investors spot economic, industry, and consumer trends that could potentially impact investment portfolios.
October 29, 2025
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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

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
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Round Lots Regulatory Changes

New regulations will impact how bid, ask, and last sizes display on Schwab platforms starting Nov. 3, 2025. The updates will take effect automatically—no client action is required.
October 28, 2025

Better Days (for Earnings)

Still-healthy demand and disciplined cost control are central themes for earnings, which continue to suggest a mostly resilient economy in light of government data darkness.
October 27, 2025

Q3 Tech Earnings Preview: All Eyes on AI Spending

As major tech firms report this week and next, investors will focus on how much they're spending on AI. Cloud competition is also top of mind, along with early iPhone 17 sales.
October 27, 2025

Is It a Good Time to Consider Japanese Stocks?

Earnings growth and attractive valuations for Japanese companies, reforms to corporate governance, and other shifts in the Japanese economy may create opportunities for investors.
October 20, 2025
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Schwab’s Market Perspective: Dancing In the Dark

The stock and bond markets are taking the government shutdown—and lack of data releases—in stride, but how long the calm might last is an open question.
October 17, 2025

Investing Basics: What Are Stocks?

Start your investing journey by learning how stocks work, how to analyze them, and the benefits and risks involved with owning them.
October 15, 2025

How to Tell If a Market Is Overbought or Oversold

Overbought and oversold readings aren't as straightforward as they sound. But understood in context, they can provide traders some insight when making entry and exit decisions.
October 14, 2025

Alternative Candidate(s) for Data During Shutdown

With official data halted by the U.S. government shutdown, investors turn to private and high-frequency indicators to track jobs, spending, and growth in real time.
October 13, 2025

Q3 Bank Earnings Preview: Profit Path Uncertain

Big banks begin reporting Tuesday and are expected to benefit from a steeper yield curve, strong trading, and investment banking demand. The profit path ahead is less certain.
October 13, 2025

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