Market Outlook: What's in Store for 2024?
As we approach 2024, what can investors expect from the markets in the new year?
Corporate Bond Outlook: A Dash of Caution
Overall, we expect corporate bonds to deliver positive returns in 2024, but we remain cautious about the potential for a downturn in the economy to have a negative impact on lower-rated bonds.
Muni Outlook: Focus on the Big Picture
We see potential opportunity in municipal bonds in 2024, although there may be more volatility.
Fixed Income Outlook: The Rocky Road Bond Market
Although some volatility may continue, we believe interest rates have peaked. We expect lower Treasury yields and positive returns for investors in 2024.
4 of Investors' Biggest Concerns Now
Schwab experts answer questions about locking in higher interest rates, the likelihood of a "soft landing" for the economy, and more.
This Week's CPI Data and the State of the Economy
Liz Ann Sonders interviews Nancy Lazar about the state of the economy, and Kathy Jones and Collin Martin discuss investment-grade bonds.
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions from Investors
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders answer some of the most common questions from investors—and provide their weekly market outlook.
Investing Basics: Mutual Funds
Mutual funds have been an investing staple for many investors because of the diversification they provide.