Markets and Economy

Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions

Housing Data Precedes Long Weekend, Inauguration

Investors brace for a fresh batch of housing data today before a three-day weekend and Monday's presidential inauguration. The 10-year yield hit a 10-day low Thursday.

Climate Shocks & the Muni Bond Market

Cooper Howard and Kathy Jones look at how climate events, like the fires in Los Angeles, could impact the municipal bond market.

Are California Fires a Risk to the Muni Market?

The wildfires may affect some municipal bond issuers in the devastated areas, but the impact to other California bonds or to the broader muni market is likely limited.

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are consolidating some of yesterday’s gains as traders continue to monitor Q4 earnings reports, economic data.

Retail Sales, More Bank Results Next After Rally

December retail sales are seen up 0.5% monthly, and earnings from Bank of America and Morgan Stanley also are due. Stocks just had their best day since November after CPI data.

Schwab Market Update

After yesterday's bank- and CPI-fueled rally, major indexes flattened and yields edged up following a 0.4% rise in December retail sales. Fresh bank earnings looked solid.

Looking to the Futures

Equities and treasuries surged as investors’ inflation fears were allayed by economic data this week.

Bank Earnings, CPI Kick off Pivotal Day for Stocks

Four of the largest U.S. banks report earnings this morning and the government releases December CPI, possibly key touchpoints for stocks and Treasury yields amid general weakness.

PPI Data Awaited After Monday's SPX Recovery

Today's PPI could help determine the direction of Treasury yields and stocks. Analysts expect a relatively benign report, but tomorrow's CPI and bank earnings may have more impact.

What's Ahead for China in 2025?

Economic data and policies out of China are typically delayed until mid-March. Stock volatility may be prevalent until initiatives are clarified after the Lunar New Year.