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Market Commentary

Weak Dollar Is No Silver Lining as Firms Face Tariffs

The U.S. dollar hit 3-year lows after tariff "liberation day," and a weak greenback often aids U.S. companies with big overseas sales. That may not happen now as the trade war simmers.
April 21, 2025
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Bollinger Bands: What They Are and How to Use Them

Bollinger Bands® help you identify sharp, short-term price movements and potential entry and exit points.
April 15, 2025

Upside Down(side): Markets' Wild Rides

Markets have had a wild ride these past couple of weeks, alongside chaotic tariff-related news, with volatility (and its policy triggers) most elevated in the bond market.
April 14, 2025

6 Ways to Take Advantage of a Bad Market

Certain moves could make more sense during a bad market than during a good one. Here are six.
April 11, 2025

Tariff Two-Step: What to Watch as Earnings Begin

Earnings season begins with companies adjusting on the fly to tariffs. This could give investors insight into strategies firms are taking and how businesses might be affected.
April 10, 2025

Q1 Bank Earnings Preview: Tough Road Seen Ahead

Though first-quarter results for the biggest U.S. banks are expected to be firm overall, the industry faces challenges amid recession worries and slow capital markets demand.
April 9, 2025
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

Making Sense of Recent Market Volatility

After a turbulent few days in the market, what strategies should investors consider?
April 9, 2025

What Are Stock Market Circuit Breakers?

Stock market circuit breakers are temporary trading halts that kick in during periods of severe price decline to ensure that information is disseminated, and liquidity managed.
April 8, 2025
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Relative Winners in a Trade War

While there are no absolute winners in a trade war, there may be relative winners in the global stock market for investors to consider.
April 7, 2025

Bear Market: Now What?

Bear markets can pose a challenge to your financial goals. Here are seven tips for dealing with down markets.
April 7, 2025
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

Trends in the Labor Market & More Tariffs (With Nela Richardson)

Nela Richardson of ADP Research breaks down the labor market data.
April 4, 2025

How to Use Walk Limit Orders for Options Trading

Schwab's proprietary Walk Limit orders for options automate the process of placing limit orders, increasing or decreasing the price for traders along the bid/ask spread.
April 3, 2025
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Treasury Bond Markets: Seeking Higher Ground

The combination of slowing economic growth and stubborn inflation, combined with uncertainty about U.S. tariff policy, is keeping investors cautious.
April 2, 2025

The Price You Pay: Valuation Evaluation

Amid a market correction and heightened policy, inflation and growth concerns, valuations are back in the spotlight.
March 31, 2025
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

Considering the Risk of Stagflation & Uncertainty

Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones analyze the recent Fed meeting and the outlook for potential stagflation.
March 21, 2025

A Future Uncertain: Recession Coming?

Recession fears have risen sharply of late as economic soft data have rolled over, upping the risk that hard data start to catch down.
March 17, 2025

3 Financial Statements to Measure a Company's Strength

When looking for trade opportunities, be sure to check the income statement, the consolidated balance sheet, and the statement of cash flows.
March 14, 2025

Market Correction: What Does It Mean?

What does a "correction" mean, what's likely to happen next, and what can investors do now?
March 14, 2025
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Trading and Social Media

Social media is full of trading tips—but should you listen?
March 13, 2025

How to Pick Stocks: Fundamentals vs. Technicals

Find out how you can use these two stock-picking strategies together.
March 12, 2025

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