How to Read a Stock Chart

January 16, 2023
Learn how to interpret a stock chart to understand the movement of the stock market and an individual stock's performance, as well as how to make sound financial decisions.
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Closing Market Update: S&P 500 Starts New Bull

Continued gains by large-cap stocks pushed the S&P 500 onto bull market turf as investors look toward Fed meeting, inflation numbers.

Opening Market Update: Oh, Canada

Despite yesterday's surprise Canadian rate hike, the markets still anticipate a Fed pause next week.

Stock Analysis Using the P/E Ratio

Find out what traders should look for and look out for with the price-to-earnings ratio (P/E ratio).

This material is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered a personalized recommendation or investment advice. Investors should review investment strategies for their own particular situations before making any investment decisions.

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.

Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.

Schwab does not recommend the use of technical analysis as a sole means of investment research. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

For illustrative purposes only. Not a recommendation of any security or strategy.

Investing involves risks, including the loss of principal invested.

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