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Investing Strategies

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

Investing Strategies

Today's Options Market Update

Major indexes rose early as traders showed confidence sparked by earnings. Netflix fell despite topping estimates. Housing starts rebounded in June and consumer sentiment is ahead.

July 18, 2025 Joe Mazzola

Weekly Trader's Outlook

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite managed to eke out fresh record intraday highs this week, which was supported by encouraging earnings reports and economic data.

July 18, 2025

Stocks Up on Firm Sentiment

Major indexes rose early as traders showed confidence sparked by earnings. Netflix fell despite topping estimates. Housing starts rebounded in June and consumer sentiment is ahead.

July 18, 2025

Looking to the Futures

Natural gas futures rallied for a fourth straight day Thursday after hitting a yearly low a week ago.

July 18, 2025

Choosing Out-of-State Munis

Although investing in in-state municipal bonds may have tax advantages, there can be good reasons to buy out-of-state munis.

July 17, 2025

Investing Strategies

Bonds vs. Bond Funds

Not sure which to choose? Here are some things to consider about individual bonds vs. bond funds.

July 16, 2025

Index vs. Equity Options

Index options are typically used to hedge and speculate on broad swaths of the market, while single equity options track much narrower underlying assets. Both can have a place in a trader's toolkit.

July 15, 2025

Benefits of EM Diversification

Emerging market (EM) countries are often generalized as all the same and driven by commodity prices. The reality can be very different. Here's what you should know about EM stocks now.

July 14, 2025

Investing Strategies

Perspective: Firmer Ground?

The resilient job market has supported stock gains, but Washington policy has been a primary market driver so far this year.

July 11, 2025

Q2 2025 Bank Earnings

After mid-level performance in Q1, financials sector earnings are seen slowing in Q2, according to analysts, though favorable signs like the yield curve could help margins.

July 09, 2025

Fixed Income: FAQs

Answers to questions investors are asking about Treasury bonds, tax policy, credit quality, and other issues affecting fixed income investments.

July 09, 2025

Investing Strategies

Rental Property Investing

Real estate rentals could be a good source of passive income. But there's more to being a landlord than meets the eye. Check out these best practices and common pitfalls.

July 02, 2025

Preventing Social Media Scams

Forging fraudulent relationships via social media is part of the latest financial scam. Learn the warning signs for these social media scams and how to avoid them.

July 01, 2025

Rate Cuts Won't Ensure Yield Ebb

Though some urge rate cuts, doing that won't necessarily reduce borrowing costs if the market doesn't agree with the timing. It could raise inflation fears, hurting Treasuries.

July 01, 2025

Investing Strategies

There Is No AI Without Energy

Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.

June 30, 2025

Rational Buy & Sell Decisions

It can be hard to keep emotions out of your investment decisions. This framework will explain how to tune out market noise and make more deliberate choices.

June 27, 2025

Munis: Mid-Year Outlook

Tax policy may continue to be a factor in the second half of the year, although Congress looks likely to maintain current tax brackets and the muni tax exemption.

June 27, 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 type of securities and investment strategies mentioned 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 or economic conditions.