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Investing Strategies

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

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks fell in early trading as Treasury yields rebounded, wiping out most of the previous day's decline. Higher oil prices and Walmart results also hit shares.

August 20, 2026 • Joe Mazzola

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Looking to the Futures

Gold futures are trading up over 3% on Wednesday afternoon with the December contracts (/GCZ26) trading at 4555.6.

August 20, 2026

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Stocks Fall Early

Stocks fell in early trading as Treasury yields rebounded, wiping out most of the previous day's decline. Higher oil prices and Walmart results also hit shares.

August 20, 2026

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What's an ADR?

Some of the largest tech stocks aren't traded on the S&P 500, though they trade on U.S. markets and affect Wall Street sentiment. ADRs are familiar stocks with unfamiliar pedigrees.

August 19, 2026

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High-Yield Munis: What to Know

High-yield municipal bonds might be worth consideration by investors in higher tax brackets who are comfortable taking added risks.

August 19, 2026

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Understanding Dividend Risk

When holding a short call option on a dividend-paying stock, traders should understand how dividend risk can affect options pricing, early assignment, and strategy outcomes.

August 17, 2026

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Using AI Trading Tools

Artificial intelligence (AI) trading tools can generate ideas, streamline research, and more. Here are four ways a trader can incorporate them into their trading process.

August 14, 2026

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Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

August 14, 2026

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Bullish Clients and Hike Odds

Schwab clients stayed net buyers last month even as odds of a rate hike remained elevated. Elsewhere, small caps shrugged off high yields and bitcoin trading volume hit a new lull.

August 14, 2026

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Tips for Investing for Teens

Teens' greatest investing advantage is time. Piquing their interest with approachable, real-world lessons can help them build a foundation for lasting financial security.

August 14, 2026

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Politics and Your Portfolio

Inflation, a tense global landscape, and the midterms have markets on edge. Here's what developments in Washington could mean for your portfolio.

August 14, 2026

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thinkorswim® App and AI

The thinkorswim® desktop app has dozens of sophisticated features that can replicate much of the efficiency that artificial intelligence (AI) tools offer.

August 14, 2026

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Are IPOs Worth the Hype?

The possibility of getting in on the ground floor of the next big stock-market success makes initial public offerings (IPOs) attractive, but their longer-term prospects may be less rosy.

August 14, 2026

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The Shrinking Credit Spread

Corporate bond yields aren't much higher than low-risk Treasuries. Here's what to know before investing in them.

August 14, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 notched fresh all-time highs this week as the continued stream of healthy earnings reports feed investor risk appetite.

August 14, 2026

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thinkorswim® App and AI

The thinkorswim® desktop app has dozens of sophisticated features that can replicate much of the efficiency that artificial intelligence (AI) tools offer.

August 14, 2026

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Investing in Private Assets

In search of higher returns, investors are increasingly considering private assets.

August 14, 2026

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Insights & Education are provided by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

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.