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US Market Commentary
Crude Still at Wheel with Market Focused on War
Stocks slumped heading into mid-week as news reports showed little progress ending the conflict and crude rebounded. Today brings Chewy earnings and import and export prices.
March 25, 2026
Earnings on Speed Dial: Why Quarterly Calls Matter
A company's earnings call gives investors a ringside seat, providing insights and perspective that go beyond the numbers. Here's how they work and what to listen for.
March 24, 2026
Investors Seek More Signs of Iran Thaw After Rally
Monday's rally on news of talks with Iran faded, and renewed vigor may depend on evidence of progress toward re-opening the Strait. Earnings are light but March PMI data is ahead.
March 24, 2026
Crude Oil, Yields Resume Rallies, Hurting Stocks
After the best day since war began, stocks turned tail early as crude oil and Treasury yields rose. There's no sign of progress toward ending the conflict or reopening the strait.
March 24, 2026
After Worst Week of Year, War and Oil Center Stage
War and oil have the spotlight almost to themselves as the week ahead features little in the way of major data or earnings news. The S&P 500 hit six-month lows Friday.
March 23, 2026
Thin Data, Earnings Keep Crude, War in Spotlight
With earnings and data sparse, there could be less distraction from oil and the war. The S&P 500 fell below a key technical level Thursday and today is triple-witching day.
March 20, 2026
Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty: Reading the Market's Mixed Signals
Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.
March 20, 2026
Looking to the Futures
Light Sweet Crude Oil (/CL) and Brent Oil (/BZ) Futures hit their widest price disparity in eleven years.
March 20, 2026
Oil Remains In-Focus After Fed Holds Rates Steady
Investors' eyes are still locked on the Middle East conflict as surging oil prices weigh on markets. FedEx, Alibaba, and Accenture earnings are on deck.
March 19, 2026
The Ups and Downs of Stock Market Volatility
Many investors think about getting out of the stock market when it gets bumpy. But history shows that staying invested over the long term has resulted in positive gains.
March 18, 2026
Fed Holds Rates Steady, Still Sees One Cut in 2026
The federal funds rate will remain 3.5% to 3.75%. The 'dot plot' still projects a single rate cut this year, and the Fed sees slightly stronger economic growth and inflation.
March 18, 2026
Dire Strait: War's Impact on Stocks
A properly functioning Strait of Hormuz holds the keys to clarity around the growth, inflation, and market shock that has stemmed from the war in the Middle East.
March 18, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Major indices are on track for the third straight week of losses as the U.S./Iran conflict continues to dominate headlines and weigh on investor confidence.
March 13, 2026
Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities
The worsening energy shock from the Iran War has raised risks of a more severe crisis. It may resolve quickly, but the longer it persists, the larger the possible economic damage. Asia and Europe are most vulnerable.
March 13, 2026
Sector Views: Monthly Stock Sector Outlook
Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.
March 13, 2026
Market Snapshot | March 2026
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
March 12, 2026
STAX Generational Trends: The Gen X Factor
February's market volatility sparked a generational divide in buying activity, according to the Schwab Trading Activity Index™. Gen X leaned in, while Gen Z was more conservative.
March 12, 2026
Fed Watch: Can AI Productivity Gain Cut Inflation?
Fed Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh sees AI-fueled productivity keeping inflation down while also helping the economy grow. This theory isn't universally accepted, even at the Fed.
March 11, 2026
A Career in Investing: Kathy Jones' Parting Thoughts on the Markets
As Collin Martin prepares to take over as co-host of the show, Kathy Jones reflects back on lessons learned from her career in the investing world.
March 6, 2026
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