Schwab Market Update Audio
835 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★ - 169 ratingsThe Schwab Market Update podcast delivers our informative summary of each day's trading and financial news, including key stock announcements, federal monetary policy, and market-mover statistics.
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Stocks End Week With Broad Gains
November 17, 2023 21:55 - 8 minutes - 8.22 MBThe major indexes extended their winning streaks to three weeks as subdued inflation readings continued to bolster investor confidence. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particul...
Stocks Mixed as Walmart, Jobs Data Raise Concerns
November 16, 2023 22:08 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBThe Dow ended a four-day winning streak after the biggest U.S. retailer issued a warning about consumer spending, while weekly jobless claims jumped more than expected. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transa...
Stocks Extend Gains on More Friendly Inflation Data
November 15, 2023 21:56 - 7 minutes - 7.28 MBThe major stock indexes climbed to three-month highs after lower-than-expected producer price readings bolstered confidence the Fed may be done raising rates. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for ...
Stocks Soar as Inflation Data Raises Rate Hopes
November 14, 2023 21:46 - 8 minutes - 8.1 MBA bigger-than-expected slowdown in the CPI raised hopes the Fed's rate-raising campaign could be over. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressions of ...
Stocks Mixed Ahead of Inflation Data
November 13, 2023 21:50 - 9 minutes - 8.59 MBThe Dow Jones Industrial Average extended last week's gains to end near a two-month high, but the rest of the market was mixed as investors waited for October inflation numbers. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a securi...
Stocks End Higher as Yields Stabilize
November 10, 2023 21:48 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBThe major indexes posted their second straight week of gains as investors awaited next week's inflation reports. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expre...
Stocks Tumble as Fed Chair Stirs Rate Concerns
November 09, 2023 21:49 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBThe major indexes ended a brief winning streak after comments from Fed Chair Powell stoked concerns over interest rates. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. A...
Stocks Mixed as Rally Stalls
November 08, 2023 21:55 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MBThe major indexes took a breather from their recent rally as investors waited for further clues on the outlook for the economy and interest rates. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her o...
Stock Benchmarks Extend November Rally
November 07, 2023 21:49 - 8 minutes - 7.63 MBThe S&P 500 rose for the seventh straight day to a seven-week high, but much of the rest of the market lagged behind. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All ...
Stocks Mixed as Market Pauses After Sharp Rally
November 06, 2023 21:56 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MBU.S. equity benchmarks posted modest gains, but the overall market was mixed as investors weighed questions over interest rates and the economy. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own...
Stocks Extend Rally on Jobs Report
November 03, 2023 20:50 - 9 minutes - 8.27 MBThe S&P 500 posted its strongest week in more than a year after a weaker-than-expected employment report boosted confidence the Fed could be done raising rates. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction fo...
Stocks Rally on Hopes That Rates Have Peaked
November 02, 2023 20:51 - 8 minutes - 7.46 MBThe major stock indexes added to their post-Fed meeting gains to close at their highest levels in more than two weeks. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All...
Stocks Extend Gains After Fed Holds Line on Rates
November 01, 2023 20:47 - 8 minutes - 8.09 MBThe S&P 500 Index rose for a third-straight day after Fed policymakers, as expected, kept benchmark interest rates unchanged. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situati...
Stocks Broadly Higher, Though Down for the Month
October 31, 2023 20:44 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MBStocks ended an otherwise dire October with a small bounce as investors looked ahead to the conclusion of the Fed meeting and jobs numbers later in the week. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for ...
Stocks Rebound Broadly to Start Heavy News Week
October 30, 2023 20:55 - 9 minutes - 8.69 MBThe S&P 500 Index posted its first gain in four sessions as investors looked ahead to key earnings and economic reports. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. A...
Stocks Fall Again, S&P Enters Correction Territory
October 27, 2023 21:06 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MBThe S&P 500 Index fell into correction territory as concern over high interest rates and the path of the economy kept the market on the defensive. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her o...
Tech Nosedive Drags Stocks Lower
October 26, 2023 20:46 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBThe major indexes fell to five-month lows as the technology sector extended a slump and a strong GDP report added to "higher-for-longer" interest rate concerns. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction fo...
Stocks Tumble as Tech Earnings Disappoint
October 25, 2023 20:39 - 7 minutes - 7.02 MBThe major indexes ended near five-month lows thanks to another spike higher in yields and weaker-than-expected quarterly results from a top tech company. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his o...
Stocks Rebound as Focus Shifts to Strong Earnings
October 24, 2023 20:56 - 7 minutes - 6.77 MBStronger-than-expected results from some major companies combined with a drop in Treasury yields to give stocks a lift. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. A...
Stocks Mixed as Yields Retreat
October 23, 2023 20:33 - 8 minutes - 7.69 MBThe 10-year Treasury yield pulled back from an early surge above 5%, giving investors room to drive big tech stocks higher ahead of some major earnings releases. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction f...
Stocks Slump After Yields Surge Again
October 20, 2023 20:56 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MBThe major indexes remained under pressure as the 10-year Treasury yield's brief push above 5.0% rattled investors. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All exp...
Stocks Drop Third Day Amid Inflation Concern
October 19, 2023 20:59 - 7 minutes - 7.27 MBFed leader Powell reiterated his view that inflation remains too high while an extended climb in Treasury yields unnerved investors. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular ...
Stocks Tumble as Treasury Yields Climb Again
October 18, 2023 21:03 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBThe major indexes dropped to near two-week lows in the face of interest rate concerns and rising oil prices. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressio...
Stocks Mixed on Strong Data, Higher Yields
October 17, 2023 20:50 - 9 minutes - 8.34 MBStronger-than-expected retail sales helped drive another bounce higher in benchmark Treasury yields. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressions of op...
Stocks Gain Broadly Amid Earnings Optimism
October 16, 2023 20:52 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBThe strong start to third-quarter earnings season lifted investor spirits. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressions of opinion are subject to chang...
Stocks Lower Despite Strong Bank Results
October 13, 2023 20:45 - 9 minutes - 8.39 MBSurging oil prices and geopolitical turmoil kept investors on edge. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressions of opinion are subject to change witho...
Stocks Down on Strong Inflation Report
October 12, 2023 20:52 - 8 minutes - 7.46 MBAn upturn in Treasury yields and slightly stronger-than-expected CPI numbers put an end to stocks' four-day winning streak. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation...
Stocks Up as Treasury Yields Fall Again
October 11, 2023 20:48 - 8 minutes - 7.49 MBExpectations that interest rates might not go no higher helped rein in Treasury yields, despite a slightly stronger-than-expected update on producer prices. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for hi...
Stocks Rise on Declining Treasury Yields
October 10, 2023 21:13 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBA sharp pullback in Treasury yields helped propel U.S. equities broadly higher Tuesday, boosting the S&P 500® Index (SPX) the Nasdaq Composite (COMP) to three-week highs, as investors monitored the Middle East conflict and readied for monthly inflation updates in the coming days. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and i...
Stocks Rise Ahead of Inflation Updates
October 09, 2023 21:31 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MBStocks bounced higher Monday, shaking off early concerns about the Israel-Hamas conflict, as investors refocused on this week's inflation updates and the start of third-quarter earnings season. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs t...
Stocks Bounce Higher on Job Report
October 06, 2023 21:39 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBStocks ended the week with a bang Friday after the jobs report for September managed to combine surprisingly strong job gains and moderate wage inflation. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his...
Stocks Slip Ahead of Jobs Data
October 05, 2023 21:07 - 8 minutes - 7.74 MBFriday's Labor Department report for September is expected to show a further moderation in job growth, but investors are wary of potential surprises. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or he...
Stocks Higher on Pullback in Treasury Yields and Oil
October 04, 2023 20:41 - 8 minutes - 8.17 MBLower Treasury yields and oil prices combined with a weaker-than-expected jobs reading to lift spirits after the selloff earlier this week. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own part...
Stocks Nosedive as Treasury Yields Surge
October 03, 2023 20:58 - 9 minutes - 8.7 MBThe major stock indexes sank to four-month lows as Treasury yields pushed to levels not seen since 2007. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressions o...
Stocks Mixed to Start New Month as Yields Climb
October 02, 2023 20:53 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MBAnother step up in Treasury yields helped overshadow some of the enthusiasm over the temporary resolution of the government-spending standoff. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own p...
Stocks End a Weak September With Another Wobble
September 29, 2023 21:02 - 9 minutes - 8.57 MBStocks gave up some initial gains after a favorable inflation report, but longer-term worries over high yields and oil prices reasserted themselves. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her...
Stocks Rise as Yields, Oil Prices Ease
September 28, 2023 20:58 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBA pullback in Treasury yields from 16-year highs helped lift stocks, but the major equity indexes are still on pace for losses this month. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own parti...
Stocks Mixed as Treasury Yields, Oil Weigh
September 27, 2023 20:41 - 8 minutes - 7.53 MBThe major equities indexes recovered some ground in a late-session bounce after spending most of the day weighed by concerns over Treasury yields and fuel prices. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction ...
Stocks Tumble on Concerns over Economy, High Rates
September 26, 2023 20:55 - 8 minutes - 7.74 MBThe major indexes sank to near four-month lows in a broad-based selloff after weaker-than-expected consumer confidence numbers exacerbated recession concerns. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for ...
Stocks Higher as Investors Await Data, Earnings
September 25, 2023 21:34 - 9 minutes - 8.56 MBStocks edged higher in a relatively quiet day Monday, with the S&P 500® Index (SPX) and Nasdaq Composite (COMP) recovering a bit of the ground lost last week, as investors hunkered down to wait for trading cues from upcoming economic data releases and the start of the next earnings season. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securi...
Stocks Drop for 3rd-Straight Week on Rate Worries
September 22, 2023 20:52 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MBThe major equities indexes had their worst weeks since March as a hawkish-sounding Fed, high Treasury yields, and economic concerns weighed. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own par...
Stocks Tumble on Surging Treasury Yields
September 21, 2023 20:53 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBThe major indexes fell for a third straight day as an ongoing climb in Treasury yields and the prospects for another Fed rate hike unnerved investors. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or h...
Stocks Lower on Potential for More Rate Hikes
September 20, 2023 20:50 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBFed leaders concluded a two-day policy meeting by leaving interest rates unchanged, as expected, but signaled another rate increase later this year could be necessary. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transac...
Stocks Drop on Inflation, Economy Concerns
September 19, 2023 20:54 - 7 minutes - 6.42 MBRising oil prices and Treasury yields weighed on the major indexes ahead of the Fed's rate decision Wednesday. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All express...
Stocks Little Changed Ahead of Fed Meeting
September 18, 2023 20:42 - 8 minutes - 7.52 MBThe major equities indexes were generally in a holding pattern Monday as investors looked ahead to the Fed's updates about rates and inflation. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own ...
Stocks Lower Ahead of Fed Meeting
September 15, 2023 20:44 - 8 minutes - 7.35 MBA bounce in Treasury yields weighed on the major indexes Friday, as investors looked ahead to next week's Fed meeting. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All...
Stocks Rally on Encouraging Producer Price Data
September 14, 2023 20:41 - 7 minutes - 6.86 MBThe major indexes jumped to one-week highs after producer price readings largely meet expectations, bolstering confidence in a "soft landing." Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own p...
Stocks Mixed as Inflation Meets Expectations
September 13, 2023 20:39 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBConsumer prices ticked up slightly as expected in August, though the path for interest rates remains unclear. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. All expressi...
Stocks Slip on Tech Woes, Oil Prices
September 12, 2023 20:49 - 7 minutes - 7.26 MBThe major U.S. benchmarks were under pressure as tech stocks wobbled and crude oil rallied, while investors waited for key inflation data. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own parti...
Stocks Up as Tesla Surges
September 11, 2023 20:50 - 8 minutes - 7.42 MBA ratings upgrade for Tesla helped drive the major stock indexes higher as investors awaited monthly inflation updates. Important Disclosures Information on this site is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized recommendations or personalized investment advice. The type of securities and investment strategies mentioned may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review a security transaction for his or her own particular situation. Al...