Markets and Economy
Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions
Trends in the Labor Market & More Tariffs (With Nela Richardson)
Nela Richardson of ADP Research breaks down the labor market data.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks are on track for a sharp weekly drop following global trade concerns and the potential impact to economic growth.
Treasury Bond Markets: Seeking Higher Ground
The combination of slowing economic growth and stubborn inflation, combined with uncertainty about U.S. tariff policy, is keeping investors cautious.
The Price You Pay: Valuation Evaluation
Amid a market correction and heightened policy, inflation and growth concerns, valuations are back in the spotlight.
Investor's Guide to the April Tariffs
On April 2, the U.S. is preparing to announce additional tariffs on a wide range of imports and countries. Here's the assessment of those policies, and their possible impacts.
Fed Holds Steady, Cites "Elevated Uncertainty"
The Fed held the federal funds rate steady and signaled two rate cuts this year, despite expecting inflation to remain elevated.
A Future Uncertain: Recession Coming?
Recession fears have risen sharply of late as economic soft data have rolled over, upping the risk that hard data start to catch down.
Market Correction: What Does It Mean?
What does a "correction" mean, what's likely to happen next, and what can investors do now?
Schwab Market Perspective: Recession Risk Rising?
Unpredictable U.S. tariff policy has heightened concerns about a potential U.S. economic recession.
Making International Great Again?
Economic growth, earnings performance, and rising fiscal spending coupled with "America First" policies are driving international stock markets.