Investing Strategies
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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.
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.
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.
Looking to the Futures
Natural gas futures rallied for a fourth straight day Thursday after hitting a yearly low a week ago.
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.
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Bonds vs. Bond Funds
Not sure which to choose? Here are some things to consider about individual bonds vs. bond funds.
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.
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.
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Perspective: Firmer Ground?
The resilient job market has supported stock gains, but Washington policy has been a primary market driver so far this year.
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.
Fixed Income: FAQs
Answers to questions investors are asking about Treasury bonds, tax policy, credit quality, and other issues affecting fixed income investments.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.