Why the Stock Market Is Not the Economy

January 8, 2023 Beginner
Watch to learn the difference between the stock market and the economy.
Transcript Open new window

Get Schwab's view on markets and economy.

Stocks Tumble on Concerns over Economy, High Rates

The major indexes sank to near four-month lows in a broad-based selloff after weaker-than-expected consumer confidence numbers exacerbated recession concerns.

Closing Market Update

The major indexes sank to near four-month lows in a broad-based selloff after weaker-than-expected consumer confidence numbers exacerbated recession concerns.

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are lower across the board as investors grapple with rising yields.

This material is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered a personalized recommendation or investment advice. Investors should review investment strategies for their own particular situations before making any investment decisions.

Investing involves risks, including the loss of principal invested.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed.

Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.

Diversification and asset allocation strategies do not ensure a profit and cannot protect against losses in a declining market.

The S&P 500® is a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC or its affiliates ("SPDJI") and has been licensed for use by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Standard & Poor's® and S&P® are registered trademarks of Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC ("S&P"); Dow Jones® is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC ("Dow Jones"). Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. is not sponsored, endorsed, sold, or promoted by SPDJI, Dow Jones, S&P, or their respective affiliates, and none of such parties make any representation regarding the advisability of investing in such product(s), nor do they have any liability for any errors, omissions, or interruptions of the S&P 500.

1122-23HE