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.
The View from Washington D.C.
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss issues in Washington with Mike Townsend—and provide their weekly market outlook.
Hurdles Mounting for Deeply Divided House
The three-week odyssey to find a speaker of the House is over, but the looming government shutdown and a growing list of policy battles continue to stymie progress on Capitol Hill.
Another Rate Hike Bites the Dust
With unanimity, the Fed opted to keep the fed funds rate unchanged but remains attentive to the idea that inflation risk should still be paid attention to.
Global Events Spark Fears, Clouding Big Picture
Geopolitical events can impact the markets with little warning. But investors need to step back and view the big picture to be able to make sound decisions.
Congress Averts Government Shutdown
A surprising last-minute deal on Capitol Hill averted a government shutdown—for now. But lawmakers face a new mid-November deadline that will be just as tricky to navigate.
Where Is the U.S. Dollar Headed?
Expectations of "higher for longer" U.S. interest rates has helped drive the dollar's recent rally.
Bonds Shine with Fed's "Higher for Longer" Call
The Fed has indicated higher rates for longer, and that's good news for bond investors. What's the strategy to take advantage of what may be a once-in-a-generation opportunity?
Will Rising Federal Debt Slow Economic Growth?
Over the past 70 years, rising government debt generally has been accompanied by weaker economic activity. But it's not a simple relationship.
Unscrambling the Economy’s Mixed Messages
A barrage of conflicting economic data is keeping the investing horizon cloudy. What are market experts focusing on, why does it matter, and does it apply to your portfolio?