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US Market Commentary
Opening Market Update
The second government estimate of Q3 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) showed even more economic vigor that quarter with an estimated annualized growth of 5.2%.
November 29, 2023
Opening Market Update
The second government estimate of Q3 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) showed even more economic vigor that quarter with an estimated annualized growth of 5.2%.
November 29, 2023
Looking to the Futures
Known as the “fear gauge”, the $VIX volatility index hit the lowest point since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
November 29, 2023
Closing Market Update
The major indexes posted modest gains behind further declines in Treasury yields as investors waited for guidance on the economy and inflation.
November 28, 2023
U.S. Outlook: One Thing Leads to Another
Economic pain is likely in 2024, but that doesn’t mean stocks will struggle all year, especially if there is a continuation of the rolling recessions that have hit the economy.
November 27, 2023
Is China Investable?
Reasons prompting concern around investing in China may be improving, but volatility is likely to remain characteristic of Chinese stocks in 2024.
November 20, 2023
Weekly Market Outlook
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop’s 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.
November 20, 2023
Weekly Trader's Outlook
The bulls continue to control momentum, but the technical set-up plus Nvidia earnings may translate into a bifurcated move next week.
November 17, 2023
Congress Averts Government Shutdown … Again
The bill will keep the federal government running into early 2024, but likely increases the risk of a shutdown in February.
November 16, 2023
Roller Coaster: Markets Take a Ride
Like some advances earlier this year, the market's current surge hasn't been defined by strong breadth underneath the surface—which will be key for a sustained, durable advance.
November 13, 2023
Using Tactical Allocation Tilts During Volatile Markets
How to implement tactical allocation tilts based on short-term market expectations.
November 10, 2023
Schwab Market Perspective: Upside-Down
Lately bad news has been good news for the stock market, as investors look to the Federal Reserve to begin cutting rates earlier than previously expected.
November 10, 2023
Bond Market: What Happened to "Higher for Longer"?
Treasury yields have dropped as weak economic data suggests the Federal Reserve may begin cutting the federal funds rate target earlier than previously expected.
November 9, 2023
Bank of Japan: End of an Era?
Policy changes at the Bank of Japan could potentially reverse capital flows, shift global yields higher, contribute to a stronger yen, and increase the value of Japanese stocks.
November 6, 2023
Another Rate Hike Bites the Dust
With unanimity, the Fed opted to keep the fed funds rate unchanged but remains attentive to the idea that inflation risk should still be paid attention to.
November 1, 2023
Serious Business: Assessing Earnings Season
Earnings results thus far underscore the strong bifurcation within the market, which is confirmed by the continued deterioration in breadth throughout the current correction.
October 30, 2023
Our Philosophy and What Matters in the Markets
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders explain their investing philosophies and how they analyze market data.
October 27, 2023
What Happened to ESG Stocks?
Investments in alternative energy have become unattractive due to higher interest rates, not changes in government policies, adoption or pricing of green technologies.
October 23, 2023
The Potential Winners and Losers of Higher Interest Rates
A look at who benefits and who suffers when the Federal Reserve raises interest rates.
October 16, 2023
Debt: Hard to Handle
Interest expense is a large and growing issue for both the economy and stock market, which reinforces why investors should stay up in quality amid interest-rate-driven headwinds.
October 16, 2023
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