Investments

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

The Large Trader Rule: What Clients Need to Know

The Large Trader Rule requires traders whose transactions hit certain thresholds to register with the SEC and meet ongoing compliance requirements. Here's how to remain compliant.

Tame CPI Adds to Early Stock Gains on AI Earnings

The July Consumer Price Index rose 0.1% and core inflation was up 0.2%, which Schwab experts say may keep the Fed on hold. A $42 billion 10-year Treasury auction is on tap today.

Equity Diversification in an Era of Concentration

Tech and AI are driving a greater share of global equity market returns and earnings growth, raising concentration risks and the need for broader diversification.

The Way You Make Me Feel: Sentiment's Message

Investors remain cautious despite bullish positioning, as rotations curb speculation while record margin debt and high equity allocations raise longer-term risks.

Spot and Stick to Trends with ADX and RSI

Used together, the Average Directional Index and Relative Strength Index can help traders assess a stock's trend, how strong it is, and whether it may be overbought or oversold.

Basics of Single-Stock ETFs: Leveraged and Inverse

Single-stock ETFs offer leveraged or inverse exposure to a single company. These funds pose unique risks and aren't for everyone. Here are a few basics.

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

Navigating the Global Earnings Boom

The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.

Great Moderation Era: Drift(ing) Away

The Great Moderation has given way to a more volatile era, where inflation shocks and market dispersion favor flexibility and diversification.

What Is Deflation? Definition, Causes, Examples

Deflation is a broad drop in prices that can slow consumer spending, hurt corporate profits, and reduce economic growth. Learn what causes it and how it can impact markets.