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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

Stocks are starting the week in a bullish mode as investors applaud reports of a potential U.S.-Iran agreement which may include a re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

June 15, 2026 Nathan Peterson

Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CL) traded near two-month lows after reports of a potential U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

June 15, 2026

Stocks Buoyed by Peace Hopes

The U.S. and Iran agreed to a peace deal that would end the U.S. blockade of Iran's oil and open the Strait of Hormuz. Stocks rallied in response.

June 15, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks are on track for weekly gains following a bumpy start as reports of a potential Iran deal, and lower oil prices and yield lift investor sentiment.

June 12, 2026

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

June 12, 2026

Investing Strategies

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

June 12, 2026

What Is Private Credit?

Private credit investments provided by nonbank lenders to companies can offer potentially higher returns than publicly traded debt. Here's what to know before investing.

June 11, 2026

The Short Interest Monitor

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.

June 11, 2026

Investing Strategies

Massive IPOs Get Fast-Tracked

As Wall Street eagerly awaits historically large IPOs, index providers weigh the implications and logistics of adding new members on an accelerated timeline.

June 10, 2026

STAX Trends: Millennial Bulls

The Schwab Trading Activity Index™ tracks client activity to gauge sentiment. Younger generations closed the sentiment gap in May, becoming more bullish as indexes hit highs.

June 09, 2026

Signs of Firms Raising Prices

Businesses appeared to shift price increases downstream at the fastest pace in more than a decade in April, according to the Producer Price Index for trade services.

June 08, 2026

Investing Strategies

Global Equity Outlook

Equity markets should remain supported by strong earnings and capital investment trends through 2026, but market concentration and macro risks leave less room for error.

June 08, 2026

Chip Stocks Fall Sharply

The roaring chip sector fell sharply Friday, pushing down the entire market in a bruising session. The impetus was rate worries after solid jobs data, along with Broadcom guidance.

June 05, 2026

thinkorswim® web Basics

For some traders, the browser-based thinkorswim® web experience may be a better fit.

June 05, 2026

Investing Strategies

Are All Indexes the Same?

Pairing market cap-weighted index strategies with fundamentally weighted index strategies can add diversification and resilience, amid a broader range of market conditions.

June 05, 2026

What's a Capital Gains Budget?

Creating a capital gains budget for your winners can help take some of the sting out of taxes.

June 05, 2026

thinkorswim® web Basics

For some traders, the browser-based thinkorswim® web experience may be a better fit.

June 05, 2026

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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.