Investments

Discover a variety of investment options that best fit your financial goals, including stocks, bonds, and ETFs. 

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Tax Planning

Investment Expenses: What's Tax Deductible?

The IRS allows taxpayers various tax deductions for investment-related expenses if those expenses are related to producing taxable investment income. Do your expenses qualify?

Fixed Income

Fixed Income Outlook: Bonds Are Back

We see opportunities in 2023 for the bond market to provide attractive yields at lower risk than we've seen for several years.

Trading

5 Elements of a Smart Trade Plan

Find out why you should have a trade plan—and the five elements that may help you put it to work successfully.

International

Global Outlook: Recovery and Risk

Markets may continue to see volatility in 2023 as they navigate between global economic growth and inflation fears, with central banks' decreasing rate hikes and China's reopening.

Mutual Funds

How Index Funds Could Beat Hedge Funds over Time

Warren Buffett bet $1,000,000 that an index fund would perform better than hedge funds. See how an S&P 500® index fund stacked up against a hedge fund manager's selections.

Stocks

DRIPs

A DRIP allows investors to automatically reinvest the cash from a stock's dividend payments. Watch this video to learn how to enroll in a DRIP.

Order Types

Trading Up-Close: Bracket Orders

Learn about helping to manage risk by using bracket orders.

Markets and Economy

Investing for High Inflation and Slow Growth

High inflation and slow economic growth are a problem for investors. Here's how to shore up your portfolio.

Bonds

Beware Taxes on Discounted Munis

Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.

Markets and Economy

Market Snapshot | November 2022

Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.

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Important Disclosures

The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. Where specific advice is necessary or appropriate, consult with a qualified tax advisor, CPA, financial planner or investment manager.

Investing involves risk, including loss of principal.

Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Investing involves risks, including loss of principal. Hedging and protective strategies generally involve additional costs and do not assure a profit or guarantee against loss. With long options, investors may lose 100% of funds invested. Covered calls provide downside protection only to the extent of the premium received. Please read the options disclosure document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options." Supporting documentation for any claims or statistical information is available upon request.

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