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US Market Commentary
Investors Eye GDP, Consumer Sentiment in Slow Week
Investors will be monitoring the GDP and Consumer Confidence reports with earnings season in hibernation during a shortened holiday week.
December 23, 2025
Stocks Drift Lower as Markets Digest 3Q GDP
Stocks fell after official data show the U.S. economy grew by 4.3% in the third quarter, the fastest pace in two years.
December 23, 2025
Thin Holiday Trade Likely After Late-Week Comeback
Improving investor sentiment around AI helped stocks claw back late last week, while trading could be light in coming days ahead of holiday closures. GDP data is due tomorrow.
December 22, 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
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLG26) ended the week in the green as prices find support from geopolitical concerns.
December 22, 2025
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks were able to register a late-week recovery, largely supported by yesterday's inflation data, but it's unclear whether a year-end rally is in the cards for investors.
December 19, 2025
BOJ Decision, FedEx, and Nike Results Follow Rally
After Thursday's comeback driven by CPI data and Micron, investors contemplate a BOJ rate decision and earnings from Nike and FedEx. Consumer sentiment data is due after the open.
December 19, 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
CPI Next with Stocks in 4-Day Slump as Tech Wilts
The S&P 500 starts today on a four-day losing streak ahead of an ECB rate decision and U.S. CPI. Analysts expect a 0.3% headline inflation rise. FedEx and Nike report later today.
December 18, 2025
Schwab's Market Perspective: 2026 Outlook
Investors are navigating not just uncertainty, but an unstable environment influenced by tariffs and inflation, among other factors. While volatility may increase, there is likely room for another solid year in 2026, especially for fixed income and international stocks.
December 12, 2025
How Stock Buybacks Work and Why They Matter
Stock buybacks are a major driver of equity markets. Learn how they work, why companies use them, the risks involved, and how to evaluate them as an investor.
December 11, 2025
Fed Cuts Rates for the Third Time This Year
The Federal Reserve lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected. However, Fed Chairman Powell hinted at a pause ahead, and there were several dissents.
December 10, 2025
Fed Cut Seen, but Dissents, Powell, Dot Plot Eyed
The Fed is seen cutting rates by 25 basis points today. Focus then turns to Powell's thoughts, the dot plot of rate projections, and any dissents. Oracle reports after the close.
December 10, 2025
Tracking Lesser-Known Economic Indicators
Researching lesser-known economic indicators on the thinkorswim® platform is a low-effort way to potentially elevate an investor's game.
December 10, 2025
2026 Outlook: International Stocks and Economy
International stocks could be poised for another strong year in 2026 due to accelerating global growth, attractive valuations and the potential for dollar weakness.
December 9, 2025
2026 Outlook: U.S. Stocks and Economy
We believe the macro environment will continue to be unstable given policy crosscurrents and a wobbly labor market, but stocks can likely churn higher given a firmer earnings backdrop.
December 9, 2025
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
December 5, 2025
Implications of a New Fed Chair Nominee
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones review the Federal Reserve’s latest dilemma and the complexity of policy setting in this environment.
December 5, 2025
Economic Moats: Why They Matter
Learn how durable competitive advantages like scale, brand strength, and high switching costs can potentially help companies protect profits and market share over the long term.
December 3, 2025
2026 Outlook: Treasury Bonds and Fixed Income
Overall, we expect 2026 to be another good year of returns for bond investors, but the range of potential outcomes is wide.
December 3, 2025
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