Perspectives
Expert insight & commentary on retirement, personal finance, investing strategies and more from Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
Retirement
3 Retirement Income Mistakes
Avoiding simple mistakes can extend the life of your portfolio. Here are three common mistakes retirees make with their retirement income.
7 Ways Women Can Build Wealth
Women can face challenges when it comes to money and building wealth, but there are ways to combat them. Here are 7 steps to help you get started.
Volatility in Retirement
Don’t have a cash reserve? Here are some ways to adjust your spending and withdrawals to help ease the burden on your portfolio.
IRA Rules: 8 Things to Know
Knowing about different IRA rules can help you make better decisions about which type of retirement account best suits your situation.
401(k) Tax Deductions
You may be eligible for a 401(k) tax deduction if you have a retirement account. Read about contribution limits, employer contributions, and tax-deferred alternatives.
Investing Strategies
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are higher midday following news that Chinese-made smartphones and some electronics will be exempt from tariffs, though President Trump suggested the exemptions could be temporary.
Tech Up On Tariff Exemptions
The latest tariff news helped tech as the White House granted exemptions to some products. This week features central bank meetings and transport earnings as yields stay in focus.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLK25) ended a volatile week higher on Friday after seeing the lead month May futures trade in a $9 price range.
Perspective: Tariff Hard Turn
Markets swung widely after the White House announced—and then paused—sweeping global tariffs. But the U.S. and China remain in an escalating tariff battle and volatility is likely to continue.
Markets & Economy
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are higher midday following news that Chinese-made smartphones and some electronics will be exempt from tariffs, though President Trump suggested the exemptions could be temporary.
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.
Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast
Stocks bounced Friday but volatility is seen continuing amid trade fears. Last week's drop in the dollar and yields raised wider concerns. Bank results and Treasury auctions loom.
Personal Finance & Planning
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.
Monday's Schwab Market Update Podcast
Stocks bounced Friday but volatility is seen continuing amid trade fears. Last week's drop in the dollar and yields raised wider concerns. Bank results and Treasury auctions loom.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are higher midday following news that Chinese-made smartphones and some electronics will be exempt from tariffs, though President Trump suggested the exemptions could be temporary.
Money Talk
7 Common Car Buying Mistakes
Buying on emotion is just one potential car-buying pitfall. Here are seven other common mistakes and what you can do to avoid them.
Family Loan Do's and Don'ts
While there are pitfalls to lending a family member money, there can also be rewards. Just be sure to clearly set expectations and limits right from the start.
5 Types of Mortgage Loans
If you're looking for a mortgage loan, here are five types to consider. Check out the pros and cons to help you choose the right one for you.
Starting a 401(k) in Your 20s
Retirement may seem far away, but starting to save in a 401(k) in your 20s is one of the best things you can do for your future self. Here's why.
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