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Discover ways to identify, analyze, and act on U.S. investment opportunities with our timely insights and comprehensive educational resources.
Understanding the U.S. market
Learn how to find favorable trends in the U.S. market along with strategies for capitalizing on them.
Futures
Looking to the Futures
Low volatility looms into the end of the trading year as all 3 major indices push higher.
Closing Thoughts on 2025
At the end of 2025, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones assess the resiliency of the economy.
Markets and Economy
Perspective: 2026 Outlook
Investors are navigating not just uncertainty, but an unstable environment influenced by tariffs and inflation, among other factors. While volatility may increase, there is likely room for another solid year in 2026, especially for fixed income and international stocks.
Markets and Economy
Fed Cuts Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected. However, Fed Chairman Powell hinted at a pause ahead, and there were several dissents.
Investing & trading
Whether new to U.S. markets or experienced, find ways to take your investing and trading knowledge to the next level.
Investments
Getting Started with Investing
Check out the different types of investing accounts and how to pick the right account type for your goal.
Stocks
Learn to Read Stock Quotes
New to investing and never ventured past the buy/sell buttons? Start by learning how to read stock quotes and other technical information.
Investments
10 Common Investing Questions
Discover expert answers to some of the most common questions about investing. We'll cover topics like why to invest, when to invest, how much to invest, and more.
Portfolio management
Learn about the various roles U.S. securities can play in your portfolio.
Investments
Getting Started with Investing
Check out the different types of investing accounts and how to pick the right account type for your goal.
Stocks
How Stock Buybacks Work
Stock buybacks are a major driver of equity markets. Learn how they work, why companies use them, the risks involved, and how to evaluate them as an investor.
Fundamental Analysis
Why Moats Matter
Learn how durable competitive advantages like scale, brand strength, and high switching costs can potentially help companies protect profits and market share over the long term.
Options
What Are Box Spreads?
A box spread options strategy can be a useful cash management tool when executed correctly, potentially helping traders lend or borrow money synthetically via the options market.
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