Investments
Discover a variety of investment options that best fit your financial goals, including stocks, bonds, and ETFs.
Stocks Up: Retail Sales Paint Healthy Picture
August retail sales topped expectations despite slower jobs growth. The Fed meeting starts today, so trading might be featureless as investors await an expected rate cut.
Schwab's Market Perspective: The Inflation Problem
A Federal Reserve rate cut won't necessarily lower longer-term bond yields or mortgage rates.
Will Fiscal Concerns Affect International Stocks?
Progress on reducing fiscal deficits has stalled in some large economies around the world. Should investors be worried?
Lower Bond Yields: You Can't Get There From Here
The Federal Reserve may cut rates a couple of times by year-end, but the pace and magnitude of easing in 2026 is unclear. There are still some roadblocks to lower bond yields.
Avoiding Trading Violations in Cash Accounts
Understand the stock settlement timeline and the difference between settled and unsettled cash.
The Four Stages of the Stock Market Cycle
Learn to identify the four stages of a stock market cycle: accumulation, markup, distribution, and markdown.
Will a Weak Dollar Enhance International Returns?
International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
Europe's Economic Future: A Bright Spot?
While growth may slow in the near term, Europe's longer-term outlook appears to be improving.
Is a Business Development Company Worth the Risk?
Business development company (BDC) investments are known for their attractive yields—and their risks. Here's what to know about investing in BDCs.
Bond Markets Reach a Turning Point
Despite inflation pressure, tariffs and immigration policy are leading to slower job growth and consumer spending, which may prompt the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates soon.