• Charles Schwab’s research unit issued its 2026 mid-year outlook, flagging a “split verdict” for markets in the second half.
• U.S. equity view: strongest earnings backdrop in years, but growth remains concentrated; record household equity exposure seen as a risk.
• Macro signals: economy and labor market described as resilient; consumer sentiment cited at historical lows outside stock market participants.
• Fixed income stance: income still matters, but stay selective; favor below-benchmark duration with short- and intermediate-term maturities.
• Global equity: improved activity, strong earnings, robust capital investment; strengths concentrated amid geopolitical pressure risk, longer-term inflation risk.

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