Cooper Howard
Director, Fixed Income Strategist
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®)
Schwab Center for Financial Research
Cooper Howard, CFA, is responsible for providing analysis and investor education on fixed income markets with a focus on the municipal bond market. Cooper has been widely quoted in financial publications including The New York Times, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, and The Bond Buyer.
Cooper joined Schwab in 2007. Before serving in his current role, he worked as a Senior Fixed Income Specialist, assisting Schwab clients in constructing fixed income portfolios and trading fixed income securities. He holds a B.A. in Finance from the University of Colorado. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
More from Cooper Howard
5 Things to Consider About Taxable Municipal Bonds
Taxable municipal bonds may be an attractive option for investors in lower tax brackets, but there are things investors should know before making a decision.
Should Muni Investors Take Note of California?
During the past decade, a turnaround in the Golden State has resulted in higher credit quality for many issuers.
Municipal vs. Corporate Bonds: How to Choose
There are multiple factors to consider, including your tax rate.