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Even though the Bureau of Labor Statistics posted a sharp annual revision down in jobs, all major indices except the RUT saw record closes on the session. However, the biggest move didn't come from any index, with Nebius (NBIS) rallying 50% after Microsoft (MSFT) tapped it for a multi-billion A.I. infrastructure deal. Apple (AAPL) slid on the session following its "Awe Dropping" prod...

The U.S. labor market created 911,000 fewer jobs than initially thought for the year ending in March, according to the Labor Department's updated jobs data. Sandra Swirski joins to discuss the implications of this downward revision and what it may signal about the health of the broader economy. With concerns around tariffs and consumer confidence also weighing on businesses, Swirski shares her tho...

On the heels of Oracle's (ORCL) latest earnings report, Logan Gilland says it's all about the guidance. By "going all in on A.I." Logan says the "strong" forward guidance is backing up the early earnings pop. However, he cautions investors against chasing the stock despite the earnings beat. Logan weighs in on Oracle's plans for new cloud database products and adds...

Karen Veraa-Perry discusses the state of the fixed Income Market and ETFs, amid historically low yields and heightened rates volatility. With decades of low yields behind us, investors are now faced with higher rates and macro volatility. Perry believes the fixed income market is taking recent data releases in stride, with a focus on the Fed's next move. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowe...

Nathan Peterson with Charles Schwab is surprised to see markets higher after the Bureau of Labor Statistics revised U.S. jobs 911,000 lower from April 2024 to March 2025. He makes the case that A.I. remains the leading driver behind the bull market. When it comes to Wednesday's PPI print, Nathan expects markets to hold a "glass half full mentality" as long as earnings continue to com...

CoinDesk's Andy Baehr says crypto's rise has forced the SEC and CFTC to collaborate and create a framework for cryptocurrency regulation. He describes the collaboration like "peanut butter and chocolate" that will offer significant upside for Bitcoin and Ethereum long-term. The question centers on how long it will take to create a clear framework. ======== Schwab Network ========...

The SPX showed shakiness but bounced off lows and muscled session gains that pushed the index back above 6,500. Kevin Green takes a closer look at the price action and what it means for sessions ahead. He adds that volatility remains "cheap" with inflation risk potential in Wednesday's PPI. On stocks, Kevin analyzes options in AMD Inc. (AMD) and the bull flag pattern that can break o...

Brian Moody breaks down the impact of tariffs on new car prices, which may not be as dramatic as expected. Many automakers are absorbing price increases to avoid driving away customers, while others are passing on costs through destination fees and decontenting. Moody also discusses how the used car market is faring, particularly for electric vehicles, which are depreciating rapidly, but still off...

Oracle Corp. (ORCL) reports earnings after the bell, with investors eyeing bookings momentum, backlog growth, and free cash flow. The company needs to convert existing OCI bookings into revenue and deliver a positive free cash flow number to ease concerns. Andrew Graham and Jason Ware discuss Oracle's AI demand, cloud competition, and valuation, as well as alternative tech plays like Vertiv (V...

The S&P 500 Index continues to show resiliency, shrugging off bad news and buying every dip. Kevin Horner highlights the 50-day moving average as a key support level. Horner also discusses Kroger (KR), which is in the consumer staples space and could potentially benefit from a tech sector pullback, and notes that a close below $66 would be significant. Additionally, Horner examines Salesforce...

George Schultze shares his market outlook, suggesting the current bull run could have legs beyond its 3-year anniversary. Schultze expects the Fed to cut rates again, potentially 25 basis points, and sees more cuts on the horizon for 2026. Despite concerns about stagflation, he's focusing on post-distress equities like Shell (SHEL), MBIA Inc. (MBI), and Flagstar (FLG), which he believes are un...

Charles Schwab's Joe Mazzola says the August 2025 STAX saw a 4.5% uptick even though the SPX only moved 1.1% higher. He notes the divergence as a sign Charles Schwab clients remain bullish on high beta stocks. Joe notes Nvidia (NVDA), Palantir (PLTR) and UnitedHealth (UNH) as the biggest buys for August. Apple (AAPL), Meta Platforms (META) and Tesla (TSLA) were the biggest laggards. Joe explai...

UnitedHealth (UNH) remains more than 40% off all-time highs but is also about 50% off 52-week lows. George Tsilis says the company reaffirming EPS guidance gave investors a strong signal to take on shares. He talks about the company's "remarkable" recovery off 2025 lows even as it continues to face regulatory scrutiny. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and tr...

Nebius (NBIS) rallied upwards of 50% after Microsoft (MSFT) offered up to $19.4 billion for its A.I. infrastructure. Marley Kayden says it's the latest development signaling a "global rush" for A.I. buildout and talks about how it "takes risk off the table" for the A.I. trade. She and the panel also talk about how Mag 7 companies like Microsoft and Nvidia (NVDA) are becomin...

Likefolio's Andy Swan shares his take on Chewy's (CHWY) recent resurgence. Swan cites strong auto-ship metrics as a tailwind, with 82% of revenue coming from this segment and low churn rates. However, he also notes a 12% YOY decline in August web traffic, which could lead to a disappointing Q4 earnings report. Swan believes Chewy needs to find another avenue of revenue growth, possibly thr...

Austin Lyons understands the bullish optimism behind Tesla's (TSLA) A.I.-centric future. However, he argues it needs a "win today" in the EV space to fund that future. Austin sees Tesla's EV business facing challenges as Chinese automakers release cheaper options. Ben Rose makes the case that Tesla is "well positioned" for the challenge. He says the EV tax credit removal will actually help Tesla,...

Oracle (ORCL) is set to report earnings after the bell. Dan Morgan breaks down the key metrics to watch, including cloud growth, which is expected to drive long-term growth for the company. Morgan believes Oracle's cloud business is finally gaining traction, with 23 new data centers in the pipeline, and its second-generation cloud is competitive with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft (MSFT)...

Ann Miletti sees opportunity in a market where valuations may seem stretched. She's particularly bullish on midcap technology stocks, which are often overlooked in favor of their larger peers, but offer strong innovation and growth potential. She also likes healthcare, particularly in the diagnostic space, where she sees AI-driven innovation changing the way consumers approach healthcare. ========...

Nasdaq (NDAQ) is seeking SEC approval to use tokenized securities, something Jessica Inskip sees serving as a next leg up for the stock. She sees a similar theme forming in Blackrock (BLK) as it reinforces a focus on crypto. Jessica turns to the A.I. front though Broadcom (AVGO) and what she considers an interesting shift in investor perspective. Rick Ducat offers a deep dive into each of the char...

Paul Powers says he will either double down on his Apple (AAPL) shares or sell them all after Tuesday's "Awe Dropping" event. His investment relies on how seriously the company will take A.I. and if it can integrate the evolving tech "on device." If it doesn't, Paul makes the case that consumers will switch from iPhone to competition like Samsung, Android or Google. Tom...

Oracle (ORCL) reports earnings after the close but Sam Vadas directs investor attention overseas to ASML Holding (ASML) after the company added a 11% stake in French-based Mistral AI. She talks about how it breaks Mistral's primary reliance on Silicon Valley and what it means for the global A.I. trade. She later talks about Lachlan Murdoch taking Rupert's seat as the head of Fox News and F...

Kevin Green says healthcare stocks are adding a nice "curveball" to Tuesday's upside action, though he believes tech will ultimately keep the rally going. He turns to the charts and shows a tech "flag" pattern that shows a potential breakout forming. On commodities, he notes gold's "nice run" amid global uncertainty. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering...

Marley Kayden talks about Oracle's (ORCL) earnings ahead of its report. She notes the stock's impressive 2025 rally after it showed strong cloud growth due to accelerated demand. However, Marley adds that its high debt load will serve as a major headwind in continuing that rally. Tim Biggam offers his stance on where the A.I. race is heading and offers an example options trade for Oracle....

Ahead of the Fed's September meeting, Ahmed Riesgo says it's not just a rate cut that will be critical for markets. He believes dovish guidance for a rate cutting cycle is critical in order to keep investors happy. However, Ahmed explains cases where a post-meeting sell-off can be a "buying opportunity." ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every...

Michelle Gibley says investors should keep an eye on foreign governments as they grapple with reducing fiscal deficits. With the Nasdaq hitting records, she notes that France, the UK, and Japan are under the microscope. Gibley believes the bond market will ultimately win the "tug of war" between voter pressure and investor demands for reduced deficits. She also discusses the big picture...