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Q2 Nvidia Earnings

Nvidia, the biggest AI-chip firm, reports Wednesday. Watchlist items include the pathway toward resuming H20 chip sales in China, revenue guidance, and Blackwell growth.

August 25, 2025

Weak Dollar's Impact on 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.

August 25, 2025

Stocks Retreat After Rally

Friday's rally on Powell's speech faded early today as investors braced for a key week of data and earnings including Nvidia and PCE. 'Buy the dip' helped fuel Friday's gains.

August 25, 2025

Health Sector Still Struggling

U.S. health care stocks are having their worst year relative to the S&P 500 in years, and the next blow could be pharma tariffs. Still, some retail investors see opportunity.

August 20, 2025

Q2 2025 Retail Earnings

Major retailers preparing to report are still facing uncertainty around tariffs' impact on prices and shopper demand. Fresh worries arose after disappointing July jobs data.

August 18, 2025

Market updates

Dan Sweeney

Today's Options Market Update

Dan Sweeney
August 25, 2025
Joe Mazzola

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Joe Mazzola
August 22, 2025
Dan Sweeney

Looking to the Futures

Dan Sweeney
August 22, 2025

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Rules For Cash Trades

Understanding the timing for setting transactions is important when trading with cash so that traders aren't hit with account restrictions.

December 17, 2024

Ins and Outs of Short Selling

Make sure you understand the risks of short selling before taking the plunge.

March 11, 2024

Intro to thinkorswim® Desktop

Welcome to thinkorswim®. In this video we'll provide a high-level tour of the most commonly used features of the thinkorswim trading platform.

August 28, 2023

Trading Futures vs. Stocks

Stocks and futures both trade on exchanges, but that's where the similarities end. Futures contracts expire on a set date and can be traded using much more leverage.

April 26, 2023

Planning and retirement

Become a Better Money Manager

Here's a calendar of financial tips and tasks for the year, including important deadlines and changes.

August 22, 2025

What Is a Composite 1099 Form?

Brokerage accounts typically generate a 1099 composite form. Learn some important sections of the tax form and when to expect your 1099 composite form.

August 20, 2025


How to Use a QPRT

Qualified Personal Residential Trusts (QPRTs) can be effective estate planning tools that may help you pay fewer gift and estate taxes when passing on a house to your heirs.

August 20, 2025

Air Jordans: Diversification

My Jordan sneaker collection is an example of diversification in your portfolio. Explore why that is important.

August 20, 2025

Estate Tax Uncertainties

Three trust types that may help guard against future estate tax changes.

August 20, 2025

How Collectibles Are Taxed

When it comes to taxes, collectibles are treated differently than securities. Selling or bequeathing a valuable collection requires careful tax planning.

August 15, 2025

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