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Congress Faces Another Shutdown

Historically, government shutdowns have not caused a major reaction in the markets. But shutdowns can increase market volatility, and an extended shutdown could have an impact on the overall economy.

September 29, 2023 Michael Townsend

When Corporate Defaults Rise

Corporate defaults and bankruptcies are on the rise, but we don't believe it should be a concern for investors who hold highly rated corporate bond investments, like those with investment-grade ratings.

September 28, 2023

CD or Treasury? How to Choose

Certificates of deposit (CDs) and Treasuries both can offer steady, predictable investment income—but how to decide between them? Here are five factors to help you choose.

September 27, 2023

Hikes May Be Over, QT Goes On

Monetary tightening still continues in the form of quantitative tightening, bringing potential volatility, earnings pressures, and lackluster performance to stock markets.

September 25, 2023

Fed Pauses, but Door Still Open

The September Federal Reserve meeting provided few surprises, but ongoing uncertainty about the Fed's next move may mean more volatility ahead.

September 20, 2023

Market updates

Schwab Market Update: Opening

Schwab Center for Financial Research
September 29, 2023

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Randy Frederick
September 29, 2023
Dan Sweeney

Looking to the Futures

Dan Sweeney
September 29, 2023
Nathan Peterson

Today's Options Market Update

Nathan Peterson
September 28, 2023

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Options Exercise and Assignment

Learn about options exercise and options assignment before taking a position, not afterward. This guide can help you navigate the dynamics of options expiration.

March 16, 2023

Meet the Options Greeks

Meet some of the most important greeks—delta, gamma, theta, vega, and rho—and see how they can be used in your options trading.

February 23, 2023


P/E Ratio Basics

Perhaps one of the most commonly used fundamental ratios is the price-to-earnings, or P/E, ratio. Discover how it can help you compare the valuation of two or more companies.

January 18, 2023

Using Relative Strength Index

Learn how the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, works and how it can help investors analyze trends.

January 18, 2023

Stock Trading: Moving Averages

Learn how to use a simple moving average to confirm established trends, along with the pros and cons of applying it to different time frames.

November 18, 2022

Options Expiration Checklist

Managing options positions on expiration day requires an understanding of the process. Here's an overview of things you should know about options expiration.

October 28, 2022

Planning and retirement

A Credit Card Debt Exit Plan

Millions of Americans feel trapped by credit card debt. You don't have to be one of them. Here's an exit strategy.

September 27, 2023

Financial Resolutions

Here are five steps we encourage all investors to consider taking to help boost their financial fitness at any time of the year.

September 27, 2023


Older Workers and IRAs

3 ways to keep saving.

September 27, 2023

Watch Out for the Kiddie Tax

Does your child have unearned income? Make sure you understand Kiddie Tax rules.

September 21, 2023

Roth vs. Traditional IRAs

Traditional and Roth IRAs have distinct requirements, including eligibility and contribution limits. Here's a guide to help you decide which may be better for you.

September 15, 2023

Retirement Saving and Living

Retirement is an important and often stressful planning, saving, and investing goal. Learn from those who have been through it.

September 15, 2023

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