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Understanding the U.S. market

Learn how to find favorable trends in the U.S. market along with strategies for capitalizing on them.

US

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 • Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon

Markets and Economy

Wednesday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

The Fed is seen keeping rates paused at its meeting today, but investors await key economic and rate projections. PPI and crude are front and center early with inflation fears up.

March 18, 2026

Markets and Economy

Fed Keeps Rates Steady

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

Futures

Looking to the Futures

After gaining more than $2.00 in six months, copper has traded in a forty-cent range for the past six weeks.

March 18, 2026

Investing & trading

Whether new to U.S. markets or experienced, find ways to take your investing and trading knowledge to the next level.

Market Volatility

Stock Market's Ups and Downs

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

Stocks

STAX Generational Trends

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

International

Emerging Markets' AI Glow-Up

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

Investments

Gold and Stocks vs. Inflation

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

Portfolio management

Learn about the various roles U.S. securities can play in your portfolio.

Market Volatility

Stock Market's Ups and Downs

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

International

Emerging Markets' AI Glow-Up

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

Investments

Capital Market Expectations

Our 2026 outlook shows fixed income continuing to benefit from elevated rates, while equities still face a narrowing edge over risk-free investments.

January 02, 2026

Options

What Are Box Spreads?

A box spread options strategy can be a useful cash management tool when executed correctly, potentially helping traders lend or borrow money synthetically via the options market.

November 20, 2025

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Choiceology® podcast

Explore the psychological traps that can lead to expensive mistakes.

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Financial Decoder® podcast

Look closely at biases that might cloud your judgement and cost you money.

Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify

Updates and commentary

Get the latest U.S. market insights from Schwab through live commentary, detailed analysis, and more.

Schwab Network U.S. Market Commentary

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