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Schwab Market Update Podcast

Banks, PPI Loom After Stocks Start Week on a Roll

JPMorgan Chase and other major banks report before the open, with PPI also due after a rally to begin the week. The S&P 500 Index is now above where it was before the war began.

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Washington Watch

Washington: What to Watch Now

There's a fight over war funding looming in Congress after a return from the Easter break, and uncertainty around the timing of the Fed chair confirmation hearing remains.

Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks continue to march to the upside as hope around Iran peace talks, lower oil prices and a cooler-than-expected PPI report provide an assist to the bulls.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Equity markets rallied back on Monday, led by software stocks and following a contentious weekend in geopolitical events.

Power and AI Boost Infrastructure Investments

While infrastructure companies are not immune to a potential economic slowdown, they may provide a longer-term investment opportunity amid an uncertain macroeconomic backdrop.

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On Investing

Inside Today's Labor Market: What Jobs Data & AI Are Really Telling Us (With Nela Richardson)

ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson explains how high frequency payroll data shows a labor market that's stable but lacking dynamism.

What Is Preferred Stock? Basics, Benefits, and Risks

For those considering investing in preferred stocks, it's critical to understand the benefits, characteristics, and risks.

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Truce in Iran: Relief but Not Resolution

While the temporary truce is welcome news, critical questions are still unanswered and the possibility for a wide range of potential outcomes for the Iran War remains.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

After Ceasefire Rally, Focus Turns to Inflation

PCE returns data to the front burner after stocks posted a robust rally yesterday in response to a fragile ceasefire. Strait traffic didn't immediately improve but oil plunged.