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Investing Strategies

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

Investing Strategies

Looking to the Futures

Treasury yields face a crossroads regarding direction with opposing views from the Federal Reserve and the current administration.

August 27, 2026 Quin B. Fields

Stocks Up as Nvidia Impresses

Another strong quarter from Nvidia gave tech stocks an early lift, while software also rose thanks to CrowdStrike and Salesforce. Investors await Fed Chair Warsh's speech tomorrow.

August 27, 2026

America's Labor Force Problem

U.S. labor force participation is declining due to an aging population, slowing immigration, and other factors. This could impact economic growth and earnings moving forward.

August 26, 2026

51% Attacks and Crypto Value

Analyzing the costs and constraints of a 51% attack might help frame how network security, miner incentives, and decentralization could influence crypto valuation.

August 26, 2026

Income for uncertain times

Uncertain markets can test our convictions. Dividend income can potentially help affluent investors stay invested, generate cash flow, and keep long-term goals within reach.

August 26, 2026

Investing Strategies

Income for uncertain times

Uncertain markets can test our convictions. Dividend income can potentially help affluent investors stay invested, generate cash flow, and keep long-term goals within reach.

August 26, 2026

Soft Data Hits Hard

'Soft' reports like sentiment and confidence don't reflect 'hard' data like GDP or CPI. Still, they can affect markets and come with various strengths and weaknesses to consider.

August 25, 2026

Inflation Risks Linger

Inflationary pressures and risks should give Federal Reserve policymakers and investors plenty to think about, even after Consumer Price Index data showed inflation cooled in July.

August 24, 2026

Investing Strategies

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks are attempting to stabilize after a choppy week for risk assets, with Treasury yields pulling back mid-week after the Treasury Department announced plans to increase purchases of longer-term securities.

August 21, 2026

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

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

Investing Strategies

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

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

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

Investing Strategies

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

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

Investing in Private Assets

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

August 14, 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.