The Road to Recovery for Small Business

<p>In this episode of <i>WashingtonWise Investor</i>, Mike Townsend is joined by Marianne Hayes, senior strategist in Schwab’s Wealth Strategy group, to discuss the impact of the coronavirus on small businesses and the 120 million people they employ. Mike and Marianne dive into the government’s efforts to support small businesses during the closures and consider how well they are working, as well as what the small-business segment of the economy may look like in the future.</p><p>Mike also covers the next round of stimulus—the CARES Act 2—that is being debated in Congress. And he addresses 2020 Election challenges in the era of stay-at-home orders.</p><p><i>WashingtonWise Investor</i> is an original podcast from <a href="https://www.schwab.com">Charles Schwab</a>. For more on the series, visit <a href="https://www.schwab.com/WashingtonWise">Schwab.com/WashingtonWise</a>.</p><p>If you enjoy the show, please leave a ★★★★★ rating or review on <a href="http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1478013779">Apple Podcasts</a>. </p><p><strong>Important Disclosures</strong></p><p>The policy analysis provided by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., does not constitute and should not be interpreted as an endorsement of any political party.</p><p>The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision.</p><p>All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed. Supporting documentation for any claims or statistical information is available upon request.</p><p><strong>Past performance is no guarantee of fu