Bloomberg Intelligence Schwab’s Trading Volume Swells at End of Strong Year for Markets
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Jan 21, 2026 David Gura, a Bloomberg correspondent and host of 'The Big Take,' provides insights on President Trump's bold proposal to acquire Greenland during the World Economic Forum, emphasizing its importance for NATO. Nikki Lanier, former senior VP at the St. Louis Federal Reserve and now CEO of Harper Slade, passionately discusses the implications of a Supreme Court case regarding Fed Governor Lisa Cook, warning about threats to Federal Reserve independence and potential political repercussions for Black professional women.
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Retail Frenzy Boosted Schwab's Q4
- Charles Schwab saw strong retail engagement and record margin balances as markets hit near all-time highs.
- Neil Sipes says this cyclical uplift drives assets and trading, benefiting Schwab's franchise economics.
Schwab Moving Into Spot Crypto
- Schwab plans to roll out spot crypto trading in the first half of 2026, broadening product offerings.
- Paul Sweeney expects crypto to be additive but not to make Schwab a crypto-native powerhouse.
Greenland Remarks Shake Diplomatic Room
- President Trump emphasized acquiring Greenland and questioned NATO's reliability in Davos remarks.
- David Gura warns European leaders likely reacted with concern and attention will turn to their response.