Episodes

  • Rising Treasury Yields Put Election Rally on Pause
    Nov 12 2024

    The blistering post-vote rally ran into pressure from rising Treasury yields and overseas losses. Consolidation and profit-taking also factored in, with caution ahead of CPI data.

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    11 mins
  • S&P 500 Tops 6,000 in Late Move, Despite Chip Dip
    Nov 11 2024

    The S&P 500 closed above 6,000 for the first time, powered by consumer discretionary and financials. Chips fell on China trade tension, the dollar rose, and Treasuries were closed.

    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 without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.e, and Treasuries were closed.

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    10 mins
  • Missed It by That Much: SPX Ends Just Shy of 6,000
    Nov 8 2024

    After edging briefly above 6,000, the SPX closed just below it. Still, the week featured gains for every major index on election and rate optimism. Inflation data loom next 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 particular situation. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

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    12 mins
  • Fed Cuts Rates, Election Surge Rolls on for Stocks
    Nov 7 2024

    The Fed's 25-basis-point cut was as analysts expected and didn't seem to affect stocks, which rose beforehand and kept gains. Election sentiment seems to be in the driver's seat.

    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 without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

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    11 mins
  • Trump Win Lifts Stocks to Record, but Yields Rise
    Nov 6 2024

    Major indexes set new highs amid strength in financials, consumer discretionary, energy, and industrials sectors after Trump's win. But inflation fears sent yields up sharply too.

    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 without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

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    11 mins
  • Best Day in Weeks for Stocks, but Vote Count Looms
    Nov 5 2024

    Strong data, lower yields, and relief that the campaign is over helped the broader market to its best day in six weeks. Volatility could rise if the outcome takes time to arrive.

    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 without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

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    11 mins
  • Stocks, Yields Fall Ahead of Vote in Slow Session
    Nov 4 2024

    A day before the election, stocks and Treasury yields edged lower as investors positioned for the vote. Utility stocks led losses while energy advanced. Volatility stayed elevated.

    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 without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

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    10 mins
  • Jobs Growth Disappoints, but Yields, Stocks Climb
    Nov 1 2024

    Wall Street made up some of Thursday's losses despite a soft jobs report. Treasury yields kept rising ahead of the election, pushing stocks to their second-straight losing 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 particular situation. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market, economic and geo-political 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.

    All corporate names are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.

    Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

    Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

    The Schwab Center for Financial Research is a division of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

    Apple Podcasts and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

    Google Podcasts and the Google Podcasts logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

    Spotify and the Spotify logo are registered trademarks of Spotify AB.

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    10 mins