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US Market Commentary
Stocks at 3-Month Lows Awaiting PCE, Job Openings
Blistering rallies in crude and yields sent the S&P 500 to its lowest close since November on Thursday. PCE and job openings data, along with sentiment, all are due today.
March 13, 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
Crude Still in Control Ahead of Adobe Results, PCE
With PCE inflation data due Friday but little data today, focus could fixate on oil prices and the war. Adobe reports later, shifting attention to the sagging software sector.
March 12, 2026
Looking to the Futures
Residents out of the United States and the European Union are expressing concern over rising costs associated with heating oil driven by supply chain bottlenecks and regulatory oversight.
March 12, 2026
Oil Rise Dents Stocks Before Key Jobs, Price Data
Tomorrow brings PCE prices and job openings data following Adobe earnings later today. Stocks fell sharply as crude neared $100 overnight, with attacks on tankers in focus.
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
CPI Ahead, Oracle Tops Estimates, But Eyes on Oil
Investors wait for the February CPI this morning and mull stronger-than-expected earnings from Oracle, with eyes on crude oil as war news continues to drive trading.
March 11, 2026
Volatile Markets Keep Looking Toward Middle East
Though Wall Street embarked on a massive rebound yesterday, choppiness could remain a feature with crude oil elevated. Oracle reports later today and key CPI data comes tomorrow.
March 10, 2026
After Worst Week in Months, Oil's Influence is Key
Crude oil prices could continue calling the shots this week as war remains front and center. Last Friday's disappointing jobs report raises new economic questions as CPI looms.
March 9, 2026
Iran War: Potential Impact on Global Equities
If tensions de-escalate soon, there could be relatively little impact on international markets. However, risks will rise if global energy supplies face a prolonged disruption.
March 9, 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
Smoke on the Water…Fire Under the Surface
Notwithstanding developments in the Iran conflict, there are important leadership shifts still at play within the equity market, which emphasize the importance of diversification.
March 4, 2026
The AI Glow-Up of Emerging Markets
Forget oil and copper—today’s "Emerging Markets" are being written in code, powered by elite semiconductors, and accelerated by the most aggressive AI buildout in history.
February 27, 2026
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Major indices are on track for modest losses as investors navigate concerns around AI disruption, private credit, and geopolitics.
February 27, 2026
The Fed's Balancing Act for 2026 (With Claudia Sahm)
Claudia Sahm discusses the Fed's balance sheet and the impact of AI on the labor markets. And Kathy Jones announces her upcoming retirement.
February 27, 2026
Gold vs. Stocks as Inflation Hedge
While the S&P 500 has won over five decades, gold has dominated during periods of extreme inflation and geopolitical turmoil. Conditions and time horizon matter.
February 26, 2026
Less Magnificent: Why Mega-Caps Limp Post-Results
Magnificent Seven stocks stumbled after Q4 earnings, continuing a trend and hurting the broad market. Reasons are varied and not likely ending soon, so investor focus is shifting.
February 24, 2026
Cascade: AI's Latest Phase
AI has evolved from concentrated innovation to increased adoption across industries, which has led to a considerable (and somewhat swift) shift in stock market leadership.
February 17, 2026
Jobs Data, Fed Patience & AI's Next Market Shock
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones analyze the latest employment numbers and explore how AI driven headlines are fueling sharp, short term market rotations, particularly in financials.
February 13, 2026
Schwab Market Perspective: Riding the Waves
Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.
February 12, 2026
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