Investing Strategies
Insights and information on investing and more from Charles Schwab & Co. Inc.
Investing Strategies
10-Year Market Outlook
The global economy is continually evolving due to inflation, interest rates, and geopolitics. How could these and other factors influence the major asset classes over the coming decade?
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.
How to Negotiate a Home Deal
When it comes to purchasing a new home, you can negotiate on more than just price. Here are five tips to help you get a better deal.
Can Small Caps Bounce Back?
Small-cap stocks tend to offer greater growth potential than their large-cap peers, but those returns have yet to materialize consistently. What will it take to turn the tide?
How to Prepare for a Downturn
The stock market is expected to be volatile this year. Here, three Schwab professionals discuss how investors can prepare to ride out a potential downturn.
Investing Strategies
How to Negotiate a Home Deal
When it comes to purchasing a new home, you can negotiate on more than just price. Here are five tips to help you get a better deal.
Paying Off a Mortgage Early
Whether it makes financial sense to pay off your mortgage depends on your individual situation. Here are some things to consider.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks are once again on track for weekly gains as resilient economic hard data and bullish investor sentiment trump trade uncertainty.
Investing Strategies
Paying Off a Mortgage Early
Whether it makes financial sense to pay off your mortgage depends on your individual situation. Here are some things to consider.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks are once again on track for weekly gains as resilient economic hard data and bullish investor sentiment trump trade uncertainty.
Stocks Up Early on Job Gains
Equity futures jumped early on job gains of 139,000, though the government's March and April reports were revised downward. Apple's annual developers conference is next week.
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Looking to the Futures
Year-to-Date Performance for Metals Ranges from +13% to +28%
Helping College Grads Invest
Looking for a meaningful college graduation present? Consider opening up the world of investing.
Will The Tax Bill Affect Munis?
The bill contains several tax-code changes that could affect municipal bonds, although we don't think it reduces the appeal of munis for high-income earners.
Investing Strategies
Fixed Income Mid-Year Outlook
Bouts of volatility may continue in the second half of 2025 as bond market investors navigate evolving tariff policy, U.S. government debt, and economic uncertainty.
Skills for Informed Trading
Trading involves multiple skills, and traders can potentially improve their trading acumen—and potentially their results—by following these tips that may be associated with more balanced returns.
Credit Spreads Primer
Corporate credit spreads, whether investment grade or high yield, can often hint at hiccups in the stock market and the economy. But they tend to keep a low profile.
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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.