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Jennifer Grancio expects market volatility to persist, driven by ongoing trade tensions and economic uncertainty. To navigate this environment, she advocates for an actively managed approach, highlighting TCW's fundamental equity and fixed income strategies. She likes TCW's Flexor FLXR and TCW's Powered PWRD ETFs. Grancio also favors companies with strong free cash flow, such as those...

Dan Ahrens says the cannabis sector is "high risk" due to a lack of federal reform, but he's still hopeful for the future. With over 40 states allowing medical or recreational use, the industry is expected to grow to $45 billion, but faces major headwinds. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newslette...

LikeFolio's Andy Swan discusses how TJX Companies (TJX) is benefiting from the "trade-down" trend, where wealthier shoppers are opting for discounts at stores like TJ Maxx and Marshalls. Swan points to data showing that these consumers are driving sales at a "blistering pace." ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe...

Pony AI (PONY) rallied after beating earnings estimates and showing promise for end-of-year revenue. As autonomous robotaxi technology expands, George Tsilis believes the company is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing market. He adds that the company has recently moved in sympathy with Tesla (TSLA). ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. S...

Elon Musk stands firm on his position as Tesla's (TSLA) CEO. He expressed his plans to hold the position for five years during a press conference in Qatar. J.D. Durkin points to the stock's rally following the announcement as another example of Tesla's stock riding as an "approval rating" of Musk. He discusses how an absence of fundamental in stock moves can pose an issue down the road. ======== S...

TJX Companies (TJX) shares hit all-time highs today ahead of Wednesday's earnings report. Kevin Hincks illustrates 2 example options trades in retail stocks, including TJX and Target (TGT). Kevin shows the differences and similarities between a call calendar and a put calendar. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options involve risks and ar...

Guidance and commentary on prices will be crucial in Target's (TGT) earnings, says Spencer Hakimian. He's waiting to see how tariffs will impact the big box retailer's supply chain, alongside TJX Companies (TJX). Tsvetta Kaleynska says a loyal customer base will support TJX even if its store restocks get stalled due to tariffs. As for Target, Tsvetta will watch consumer interest follow...

"It's hard to see any other bond market replacing the U.S.," says Tim Holland. He largely dismissed Moody's downgrading the U.S. credit rating. One concern he has moving forward is whether or not April's tariff volatility has bled into the economy. Abroad, Tim sees "cheap" opportunities in international stocks. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every inves...

Crypto, defense, and banking are the key focal points for Jessica Inskip on today's Big 3. She sees fiscal tailwinds in the crypto space benefitting Blackrock (BLK), cites L3Harris (LHX) as a strong defense leader, and expects Goldman Sachs (GS) to be driven by deals in 2H25. Rick Ducat dives into the charts to show technical trends backing Jessica's insight. ======== Schwab Network ======...

Sean Dranfield notes that the latest moves in the 10-year yield are "much ado about nothing," noting a method to the madness when it comes to measuring bond moves. He talks about how yields have swung around market volatility and ways investors can brace for future moves. He also talks about which bonds he favors in the current market environment. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empower...

"Everyone still needs a place to live," says Rogers Healy. He argues homebuilders companies have and will continue to experience plenty of strength heading into the rest of the year. He talks about how companies from D.R. Horton (DRH) to more luxury names like Toll Brothers (TOL) are shifting to ebbs and flows in the real estate market. Tom White offers example options trades in Toll Bro...

Target (TGT) will report earnings tomorrow before the opening bell. The company sold off after its previous two earnings, but J.D. Durkin explains that tariff pressure only leaves more room for the stock to slip further. However, J.D. adds that Target can offer a "bellwether moment" for big box retailers and show how it's fighting tariff pressures. Tim Biggam argues for cautious opti...

Uber Technologies (UBER) hit a new all-time high after JPMorgan boosted its price target on the ride-share company. HP Enterprise (HPE) got bullish momentum from Evercore ISI with an upgrade to outperform from in line. However, MongoDB (MDB) faced pressure after a downgrade from Loop Capital. Diane King Hall takes a deeper dive into the stories driving this morning's market movers. ======== Sc...

Only a quarter of stocks in the SPX opened higher, just one sign that Kevin Green attributes to the recent rebound rally losing steam. He also notes declining volume since last week as a persistent challenge to bulls seeking to break 6,000 in the index. Small caps show a different story. Kevin points out a bullish cross in the RUT that may usher in a rally with risk for a slight pullback. ========...

Charles Schwab's Jeffrey Kleintop remains bullish on European stocks, citing a strong earnings season and economic data that's beating expectations. With the U.S. and Europe set to resume trade talks, Kleintop sees potential for a breakthrough, particularly if the E.U. agrees to increase defense spending. He notes that while some are calling for an end to the U.S. economic cycle, he believ...

President Trump heads to Capitol Hill today to talk with GOP congressmen on the tax bill his party is trying to approve. Reporting from the Cboe Global Markets, Kevin Hincks urges investors to watch for other potential market movers, including Fed speakers taking the mic today. He also notes JPMorgan Chase (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon serving as a "risk manager" not just for his company, but al...

Equity futures are holding steady despite Monday's credit rating downgrade from Moody's. Kevin Green attributes the market resilience to attractive yields and continued foreign buying interest. He notes a low volume trading and lack of conviction at current levels could lead to a pullback. Meanwhile, Gold futures (/GC) bounce higher after Monday's slide. On the earnings front, Home Dep...

Even though Home Depot (HD) posted a slight miss on earnings, the company maintained its guidance and expects to hold current prices despite tariff pressure. Jenny Horne turns to points of strength she sees in the report and the "reliability" it has in volatile times. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute n...

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) earnings are due out later today. Rick Ducat looks at the $191 level as a possible foothold in price activity ahead of the report. Rick looks at technical trends taking shape on the chart of PANW, while Tom White composes an example options trade with a neutral stance. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Options involve...

James E. Demmert is bullish on the technology stocks, saying the "A.I. play is still alive" and "it's got legs" to rally. He joins Diane King Hall live at the NYSE set to map out his case as major tech companies like Apple (AAPL) and Nvidia (NVDA) face potential tariff headwinds. In the cybersecurity space, he says it is a "must-have" group and likes Palo Alto Net...

Greg Baker joins Morning Movers from the Charles Schwab Singapore offices. He highlights the Hong Kong and Singapore regions reliance on the import/export market, which has been caught in the crosshairs of an escalating trade war between China and the U.S. Greg discusses trends within his client base, particularly Schwab's 24/5 trading and fixed income investing. ======== Schwab Network ======...

HP Enterprise (HPE) received an upgrade from Evercore ISI. Ben Watson looks at the chart patterns forming over short & long-term durations. Evercore ISI raised its price target on HPE to $22 from $17, which Ben demonstrates has been a significant range for shares over the last year. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market...

Home Depot (HD) earnings are out and the company's CFO says it won't raise prices because of tariffs. HP Enterprise (HPE) shares are on the move after an upgrade. And, MongoDB (MDB) catches a downgrade to start the day. Tom White has the latest. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwa...

Yields consistently above 4.5% equate to equity volatility, says Alec Young. He shows the correlation between sharp upticks in yields leading to a "shock to the system" for stocks. On the Mag 7, Alec considers Meta Platforms (META) a "favorite" while listing Tesla (TSLA) as a "riskier" play on the future. Nvidia (NVDA) is another stock Alec expects to thrive if it con...

Eddie Ghabour doesn't consider Moody's U.S. credit downgrade "meaningful at all," instead posing the argument that the U.S. economy will only accelerate. He says elevated inflation and steady yields will be the "new normal" for consumers, though he doesn't see that as a weakness. Eddie sees the consumer discretionary sector as one with significant risk-reward, adding that semiconductors like Nvidi...