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Investing Strategies

Insights and information on investing and more from Charles Schwab & Co. Inc.

Today's Options Market Update

Led by chipmakers, tech stocks were moving higher for a second day Friday, while small caps looked poised to continue their recent outperformance.

January 16, 2026 • Joe Mazzola

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

The Russell 2000 and S&P 500 Equal Weight are on track for weekly gains as money flows towards non-tech areas of the market. Q4 earnings and firm economic data continues to support the bulls' thesis.

January 16, 2026

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Tech Stocks Set to Rise Again

Led by chipmakers, tech stocks were moving higher for a second day Friday, while small caps looked poised to continue their recent outperformance.

January 16, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

January Bitcoin Futures (/BTCF26) attempted to extend its 3-day bounce on Thursday but was met with resistance as price action began to fizzle out.

January 16, 2026

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Bonds: What Could Go Wrong?

We expect another generally good year for bond returns this year, but even the best-laid plans can go awry when circumstances change. Here are four risks to our outlook.

January 14, 2026

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Reasons People May Buy Crypto

Learning why people buy cryptocurrencies may help investors better assess the role the burgeoning asset class may potentially play in a diversified portfolio.

January 13, 2026

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What Is the Debt Ceiling?

What's the debt ceiling? Learn how the debt ceiling works and how a default on federal debt could impact the U.S. stock market and economy.

January 13, 2026

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EM: AI Opportunity and AI Risk

Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.

January 12, 2026

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Q4 2026 Bank Earnings Ahead

Big banks begin reporting tomorrow with JPMorgan Chase. Fundamentals may need to be robust to match the sector's recent Wall Street gains, and loan demand could get a close look.

January 12, 2026

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How to Protect a Crypto Wallet

Losing a crypto wallet can mean losing all of the crypto linked to the public and private keys it contains. Learn ways to keep the wallet and keys safe from loss or theft.

January 08, 2026

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Automate Your Financial Future

You put your spending on automatic with monthly subscriptions for music, streaming services, or meal delivery. Why not put your savings on automatic too?

January 07, 2026

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How to Use Heikin Ashi Charts

Heikin ashi charts can potentially help traders identify when trends are likely to reverse. Learn how to read these charts and how to use them when trading.

January 06, 2026

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Stock Options Trading Stats

Learn how three options statistics on thinkorswim—implied and historical volatility, the Sizzle Index, and the put/call ratio—can help traders make more informed decisions.

December 31, 2025

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Learn to Read Stock Quotes

New to investing and never ventured past the buy/sell buttons? Start by learning how to read stock quotes and other technical information.

December 23, 2025

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10 Common Investing Questions

Discover expert answers to some of the most common questions about investing. We'll cover topics like why to invest, when to invest, how much to invest, and more.

December 22, 2025

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Consider Overseas Equities

This year has been a case study regarding the potential benefits of international equities, with overseas stocks from developed markets currently on track to eclipse U.S. stocks.

December 19, 2025

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Investors are navigating not just uncertainty, but an unstable environment influenced by tariffs and inflation, among other factors. While volatility may increase, there is likely room for another solid year in 2026, especially for fixed income and international stocks.

December 12, 2025

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The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed. Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve.