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Why Are Bond Yields Falling?
The Federal Reserve's pledge to curb inflation appears to have resonated with the market. If the central bank raises rates as much as recent projections indicate, the risk of recession rises. Consequently, bond yields have been pulling back from recent highs and the yield curve has flattened.
Shortages Have Led to Gluts
Inventory gluts have been bad news for the stocks of companies experiencing them, but could also be indicating an inflation peak, which tends to be an ingredient for market bottoms.
Mid-Year Muni Market Outlook
We suggest that muni investors consider taking advantage of the recent selloff by moving up in both credit quality and coupon structure, and moderately extending duration.
Mid-Year Credit Outlook
After the steep drop in prices during the first half of this year, yields on many corporate bond investments are at or near 12-year highs. While that is attractive from an income perspective, we still suggest a maintaining a defensive approach, as risks are rising.
Can't Find My Way Home
A spike in prices and interest rates has dealt a significant blow to housing affordability, elevating the potential for the housing market's weakness to dampen economic growth.
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Rational Buy & Sell Decisions
Schwab experts explain how to tune out market noise and make more deliberate investment decisions.
Common Options Mistakes
When it comes to options trading, education and awareness are important for establishing a strong foundation. Consider these common mistakes that traders often encounter.
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Fed Gets Aggressive
Sticky inflation leads Fed to give rates a bigger bump. Could change be on the horizon for the economy and the markets?
Fighting Investing Fears
We can be our own worst enemy when emotional and behavioral factors drive our investing decisions. So how do we get past them and make sound choices?
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Suddenly Alone—Getting Help
It's hard to focus on finances after losing a spouse. But there are resources to turn to for help and support.
