Investments

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

Wall Street Tug of War: Geopolitics, Data Compete

This week could see a tug of war as inflation and jobs data vie for attention with geopolitics. Oil and yields rose after the U.S. rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the strait.

Stocks Stall as Yields, Hike Odds Climb

Stocks grind sideways as October hike odds rise, Treasury auctions clear at multi-year high yields, labor data shows early tightening signs, and bitcoin breaks key levels.

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

European Stocks: Reasons to Reconsider

European equities may have support from global growth, improving fundamentals, lower relative valuations, and fiscal spending—plus diversification from the AI cycle.

Buy, Hold, Sell: What Analyst Stock Ratings Mean

Research analysts assign buy, sell, hold, and other ratings to stocks in their research reports. Here's what these stock ratings mean, and how investors can use them.

What Is a Market Bubble?

Famous market bubbles share some characteristics, but it's nearly impossible to predict how big a bubble might get and when one is about to burst.

ADRs Walk and Talk Like S&P 500 Stocks, but Aren't

Some of the largest tech stocks aren't traded on the S&P 500, though they trade on U.S. markets and affect Wall Street sentiment. ADRs are familiar stocks with unfamiliar pedigrees.

Geopolitical Uncertainty and Your Portfolio

Geopolitical developments at home and abroad could have longer-lasting impacts on the markets. Here, three experts discuss what it all means for investors.

Bonds vs. Bond Funds: Which is Right for You?

Not sure which to choose? Here are some things to consider about individual bonds versus bond funds.

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.