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Stocks Sag as Yields Climb

The 10-year yield rose again, reaching seven-month highs and hurting stocks after their Christmas Eve rally. Mega caps fell, and investors scrutinized weekly jobless claims.

December 26, 2024 Joe Mazzola

Major Indexes Sink on Fed News

U.S. stocks retreated as the Fed indicated it likely would lower rates only twice in 2025. The Dow dropped more than 1,000 points, and the S&P slid almost 3%. The Nasdaq lost 3.6%.

December 18, 2024

Fed Cuts Interest Rate, Projects Fewer Cuts Ahead

With economic growth rising at a stronger rate than expected for this part of the cycle and inflation holding above the 2.0% target, the Fed appears more cautious about the need for rate cuts.

December 18, 2024

2025 Wealth Management Outlook

Stay on track in 2025 to reach your financial goals by anticipating tax changes, managing inflation concerns, and being aware of risk management costs.

December 16, 2024

Top Five Surprises for 2025

Surprises most often are hiding in plain sight. Being aware and prepared with a plan for the unexpected are keys to achieving goals.

December 16, 2024

Market updates

Today's Options Market Update

Rob Fleming
December 26, 2024
Stock Graph

Looking to the Futures

Ryan Hinsen
December 26, 2024

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson
December 20, 2024

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Trading Near the Bells

What to know about the market's two most volatile trading hours.

November 26, 2024 Kevin Horner

Inside the Mind of a Trader

Schwab's video series Inside the Mind of a Trader examines the brain activity and thought processes of top traders to uncover what it means to trade brilliantly.

September 09, 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

Is an IRA Right for You?

IRAs can help you build wealth for retirement and potentially get tax breaks, either up front or in the future. 

December 19, 2024

What Is an IRA?

Looking for a tax-smart way to save for your future? Find out what an IRA is, what it offers, and how the three main types differ.

December 17, 2024


Personal Finance Calendar

A month-by-month guide to help get your finances in top shape this year.

December 17, 2024

2025 Wealth Management Outlook

Stay on track in 2025 to reach your financial goals by anticipating tax changes, managing inflation concerns, and being aware of risk management costs.

December 16, 2024

Small Business Reporting Rules

What small-business owners need to know about the new Corporate Transparency Act.

December 13, 2024

Financial Resolutions

Here are five steps we encourage all investors to consider taking to help boost their financial fitness at any time of the year.

December 12, 2024

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