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Markets and Economy

Wednesday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

Today's Fed meeting appears likely to bring a 25-basis point rate cut, the first since December. Rate and economic projections are also awaited, along with Powell's remarks.

September 17, 2025

Markets and Economy

Tuesday's Schwab Market Podcast

Markets open with investors watching retail sales for clues about consumer strength while the Fed’s Wednesday policy meeting looms large.

September 16, 2025

Markets and Economy

Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

All eyes will be on the Federal Reserve this week, with investors hoping for a rate cut, and signs of more market-boosting cuts on the horizon.

September 15, 2025

Markets and Economy

Friday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

All three major market indexes hit record highs on Thursday despite a sticky CPI report. Investors are now focused on the Fed cuts next week, and today’s consumer sentiment data.

September 12, 2025

Markets and Economy

Thursday's Schwab Market Update Podcast

After a benign PPI, this morning's CPI is the last big data news before next week's Fed decision. Stocks are at record highs after Oracle's massive rally. Adobe reports later.

September 11, 2025

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