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After the tech-led parabolic rally, Thomas Hayes now expects a "sell the news" situation in markets on a resolution surrounding the Strait of Hormuz reopening. He also attributes the record call-buying options activity to the meme stock craze of 2021, urging caution in staggering optimism. Thomas adds that the Mag 7 stands with record market cap but near-zero cash flow. ======== Schwab N...

Urban Outfitters (URBN) reports earnings after the close Wednesday. Rachel Dashiell of Charles Schwab points out a downtrend the shares are currently experiencing, and a long-term consolidation when comparing the move to a three-year chart. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/...

All attention turns to Nvidia (NVDA) as the stock market leader readies to report earnings after the closing bell Wednesday. Kevin Green talks about the "interesting" scenario he sees into the report, pointing out a "breather" in the S&P 500 (SPX). On the earnings front, KG talks about Analog Devices (ADI) and Lowe's (LOW) to outline moves in the greater AI and retail t...

Home Depot (HD) closed higher after an earnings beat, while Alphabet (GOOGL) unveiled major AI updates at Google I/O 2026. Additionally, Keysight Technologies (KEYS) surged after strong earnings, 30% revenue growth, and bullish guidance. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trad...

Marley Kayden highlights rising yields and growing pressure on U.S. alcohol consumption. New data shows overall beverage demand declined last year, with wine down 6% and spirits down 4%. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribe Download the iOS app - https://apps.apple.co...

Rachel Ziemba warns oil holding near triple digits could mask deeper geopolitical risks and fuel inflation. She highlights growing stagflation concerns, especially in Asia, as input costs rise. Ziemba adds that supply strain and second-order effects could pressure global growth and data center investment. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subs...

EVP and CFO of Bread Financial Holdings (BFH), Perry Beberman, says the company is strengthening its model with disciplined credit and diversified partnerships. He highlights AI-driven marketing and risk management, along with strong brand ties. Beberman adds that inflation and consumer pressure remain key risks. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market d...

Dave Sekera, chief U.S. market strategist at Morningstar, says now is a good time to take money out of tech and growth stocks and move them into value-oriented companies. He argues the AI trade is running out of steam and labels the memory trade as overvalued, pointing to Micron (MU) and SanDisk (SNDK) as examples. Dave also touches on global headwinds facing equities that could hinder a further r...

Christian Magoon of Amplify ETFs says rising inflation and policy uncertainty are driving investors toward income-focused strategies. He highlights the DIVO ETF, along with global and energy plays like the IDVO and NDIV ETFs. Magoon argues these approaches can provide yield and downside protection in a volatile market. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every ma...

Yelena Maleyev and Brian Jacobsen say the housing market remains stalled as affordability and rising mortgage rates keep buyers sidelined. They highlight weak permits, builder pessimism, and limited relief despite incentives. The pair say the market needs rate stability and supply shifts to improve. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe...

Colin Symons discusses the current state of software versus semiconductor stocks, saying his team trimmed some chip holdings after the sector's massive run up. While he's cautious on buying semiconductors right now, he believes patient investors could still see new highs later this year as the AI growth story remains firmly intact. Colin offers more insight into software names like Intuit...

Alex Coffey outlines eye-watering options activity in Nvidia (NVDA), Microsoft (MSFT), and Amazon (AMZN) just a day ahead of Nvidia's earnings. He walks investors through the strategies he sees these traders making. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Opti...

Chris Perkins discusses Iran's new Bitcoin-backed service "Hormuz Safe" and why the country is increasingly turning to cryptocurrency amid global financial pressure. He argues crypto is a poor tool for laundering money, pointing to past seizures of Iranian linked stablecoins by U.S. authorities while breaking down the broader state of the crypto market. ======== Schwab Network ======...

Brennan Ebrz, CEO and found of the generative AI company, Flik, says AI companies are ultimately selling intelligence, with startups and tech firms leading adoption as AI becomes part of everyday workflows. He highlights his company's 50,000 person waitlist as another sign of surging demand. Brennan adds that the AI boom is positive for productivity and growth, not just job replacement. ======...

LikeFolio's Andy Swan warns Target (TGT) faces an uphill recovery as consumer pressure and rising delinquencies weigh on demand. He highlights tough competition from Walmart (WMT), Costco (COST), and Amazon (AMZN). Swan says a neutral outlook persists until consumer spending stabilizes. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Ma...

Morningstar's Jaime Katz and Ryan Stever say Home Depot (HD) is holding steady but struggling to drive growth amid inflation and weak housing turnover. They highlight a shift toward the pro contractor business as DIY demand softens. The pair warn that consumer spending pressure remains a key risk. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscrib...

Marten Lodewijks says alcohol consumption is declining as economic pressure and moderation trends reshape demand. He highlights strong growth in ready-to-drink and emerging non-alcoholic segments. Lodewijks adds that the industry is shifting toward convenience, pricing, and changing consumer preferences. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subsc...

Joe Tigay walks us through today's Big 3, all of which have ties to the AI trade. He highlights Meta Platforms (META) as shares remain on the lower end of the stock's 52-week trading range. Joe also points to Caterpillar (CAT) becoming more correlated to the AI buildout story and Datadog (DDOG) as a key growth stock to watch in the tech sector. Charles Schwab's Ben Watson walks us thro...

Tom Essaye warns AI-driven market gains are facing pressure from rising yields and elevated oil prices. He highlights risks to tech spending and parallels to past boom cycles. Essaye says a pullback is possible if macro pressures persist despite strong names like Microsoft (MSFT), Amazon (AMZN), and Western Digital (WDC). ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every...

Charles "Charlie" O'Shea breaks down earnings expectations for Target (TGT), saying the big box retailer is still putting pieces together in its recovery story. He argues the company's annual revenue remains strong at over $100 billion, adding that expanding its store base will offer more room for growth. George Tsilis offers an example options trade for Target ahead of earnings....

Thierry Wizman warns the bond market is flashing stress as 30-year yields hit multi-year highs. He says rising inflation expectations are forcing a rethink of the Fed’s easing stance. Wizman argues the Fed must act quickly to maintain credibility and avoid further market disruption. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Min...

Marley Kayden reviews Home Depot (HD) after the company beat on earnings and reaffirmed guidance, though comparable transactions and gross margins came in softer than hoped. Another bright spot: Home Depot's core shopper, where management noted resiliency. Tim Biggam walks us through an example options trade. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market d...

Nate Peterson talks about the mean reversion occurring in AI hardware and software. He talks about the technical set-up working in favor of software as AI chip stocks take a beating ahead of Nvidia's (NVDA) earnings. Nate later offers insight into small caps and yields as U.S.-Iran uncertainty persists in equities and bonds alike. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and...

Equities are experiencing a "defensive" session for Tuesday, says Kevin Green. The sectors needed to thrust price action higher aren't participating in today's moves. KG urges investors to stay nimble as crude oil experiences volatile swings amid developments on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Also keep an eye on the housing market as KG outlines the latest pending home sales. ===...

Brian Macauley highlights opportunities beyond the Mag 7, pointing to Applied Materials (AMAT), AST SpaceMobile (ASTS), and Shenandoah Telecommunications (SHEN) as emerging opportunities. Brian adds that U.S. energy independence and sector diversification support long-term resilience. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market M...