Charles Schwab (SCHW) Delivers Record Q2 2026 Results with Strong Asset Growth
Key Takeaways
- Net revenues reached a record $7.1 billion, up 21% year-over-year.
- GAAP earnings per share hit $1.54, up 43% from the prior year, with adjusted EPS of $1.62.
- Core net new assets totaled $119.8 billion, a 49% increase versus Q2 2025.
- Daily average trading volume set a record at 11.9 million trades, up 57% year-over-year.
- Total client assets grew 22% to $13.08 trillion, with 1.4 million new brokerage accounts opened.
- Net interest margin expanded to 3.00%, up 12 basis points quarter-over-quarter.
Putting the Results in Context
The Charles Schwab Corporation’s second-quarter results highlight the strength of its diversified business model amid elevated market volatility and client engagement. Strong trading activity, asset gathering, and net interest revenue growth underscore the company’s ability to capitalize on investor behavior. These outcomes build on prior quarters’ momentum, where client assets and activity have steadily expanded, positioning SCHW as a key beneficiary of broader market participation and shifts in client asset allocation.
The Reported Numbers
The Charles Schwab Corporation reported Q2 2026 net revenues of $7.072 billion, up 21% from $5.851 billion in Q2 2025 and exceeding analyst estimates. GAAP net income reached $2.8 billion, or $1.54 per diluted share, compared with $2.126 billion or $1.08 per share a year earlier. Adjusted net income was $2.9 billion, or $1.62 per share, after excluding $170 million in pre-tax transaction-related costs. Trading revenue rose 28% to $1.215 billion on record daily average trades of 11.9 million. Asset management and administration fees increased 16% to $1.825 billion. Bank loan balances grew 33% year-over-year to $67.0 billion, while margin loan balances climbed 30% quarter-over-quarter to $165.1 billion. Core net new assets of $119.8 billion surpassed expectations, and total client assets reached $13.08 trillion. I also checked industry comparisons using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how these metrics stack up against peers.
Market Reaction and Investor Sentiment
Shares of The Charles Schwab Corporation rose following the July 21, 2026 earnings release, reflecting investor enthusiasm for the beat on both revenue and earnings alongside record trading volumes. Analysts highlighted the company’s resilience across interest-rate and market environments, with particular focus on client asset inflows and margin expansion. The results reinforced positive sentiment heading into the second half of the year. From what I see, this kind of broad-based strength often signals sustained momentum when client activity remains elevated.
Forward Outlook and Key Factors to Monitor
Investors will track guidance implications from management’s comments on client engagement and capital return strategies, including ongoing share repurchases. Continued monitoring of net interest margin trends, sweep cash balances, and growth in managed investing solutions remains important given seasonal and macroeconomic influences.
Key operating metrics such as daily average trades, core net new assets, and bank loan balances will provide insight into client activity levels. Broader industry dynamics, including regulatory developments and competitive positioning in wealth management, could also shape performance. I’m watching this closely as these factors tend to influence near-term performance.
Upcoming catalysts include the company’s Summer Business Update and the Q3 2026 earnings release scheduled for October 2026. Cost management efforts and integration of recent platform enhancements, such as new trading capabilities, warrant attention for their potential impact on expenses and revenue diversification.
Enhancing My Research with Tickeron Tools
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SCHW's RSI Oscillator peaks and leaves overbought zone
The 10-day RSI Oscillator for SCHW moved out of overbought territory on August 25, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. Traders may want to look at selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 37 instances where the indicator moved out of the overbought zone. In 23 of the 37 cases the stock moved lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move down at 62%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 04, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on SCHW as a result. In 51 of 89 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 57%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for SCHW turned negative on August 26, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 45 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 25 of the 45 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 56%.
The 10-day moving average for SCHW crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on September 21, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 8 of 15 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 53%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where SCHW declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 58%.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. 38 of 55 cases where SCHW's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 69%.
SCHW moved above its 50-day moving average on September 21, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
Following a +2.15% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where SCHW advanced for three days, in 190 of 325 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 58%.
SCHW may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 163 of 268 cases where SCHW Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 61%.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 5 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 46 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. SCHW’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of 50 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 52 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 85, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 70 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 87 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (4.143) is normal, around the industry mean (4.744). P/E Ratio (19.171) is within average values for comparable stocks, (30.560). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.891) is also within normal values, averaging (0.823). Dividend Yield (0.012) settles around the average of (0.016) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (7.148) is also within normal values, averaging (16.763).
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