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Investing Strategies

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

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are recovering from yesterday’s pullback as a cooler-than-expected CPI report and strong Q2 earnings from the big banks lift investor sentiment.

July 14, 2026 • Nathan Peterson

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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.

July 14, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Friday’s July USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report delivered a few surprises for grain traders, even with the growing season still in its early stages,

July 14, 2026

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Stocks Up Early on CPI Data

Inflation data from June hit lower than Wall Street estimates, lifting stocks early. Bank earnings generally impressed, and Fed Chair Warsh testifies before Congress later today.

July 14, 2026

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The Global Earnings Boom

The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.

July 13, 2026

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Service Prices a Worry for Fed

Inflation in the services sector has gained steam in recent months, making life harder for Federal Reserve policymakers regardless of what happens with oil prices.

July 13, 2026

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The Global Earnings Boom

The global earnings boom may support stocks, but concentration risks remain. Investors should consider diversifying beyond a narrow group of AI beneficiaries.

July 13, 2026

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Has Bitcoin Hurt Enough Yet?

Bitcoin investors have endured plenty over the past eight months, but previous bear markets have inflicted much more pain before the bulls took over again.

July 10, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks had a volatile week, but are on track for weekly gains, as investors overlook a flare-up in the Iran conflict in favor of Q2 earnings optimism.

July 10, 2026

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Records and Red Flags?

As rising markets produce more millionaires, it's wise to remember risks beneath the surface, such as earnings-related choppiness and rising margin debt.

July 10, 2026

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STAX Trends: Gen X Leads the Pack

The Schwab Trading Activity Index™, which tracks client activity to gauge sentiment, hit a multi-year high in June. Gen X lead the bullish charge, but Millennials closed the gap.

July 08, 2026

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The New Temperamental Era

The Great Moderation has given way to a more volatile era, where inflation shocks and market dispersion favor flexibility and diversification.

July 08, 2026

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Bonds and Earnings

The bond market's reaction to earnings is often overlooked, but both corporate bonds and Treasuries can and do respond to company and overall earnings trends. Here's how.

July 07, 2026

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Rotation Beneath the Surface

As buying power rotates away from Mag 7 stocks, it is rotating toward everything else—small caps, cyclicals, and even bitcoin, which is perched at potential support.

July 02, 2026

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7 New Homeowner Money Mistakes

The first year of homeownership can feel personally fulfilling—and financially draining. Here are 7 money mistakes new homeowners could make and ideas on how to avoid them.

July 01, 2026

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Margin Interest Explained

Even if traders don't intend to use margin, there are actions that can trigger margin interest. Here are tips for understanding and reducing the potential of a margin loan.

July 01, 2026

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Active Semi-Transparent ETFs

Active semi-transparent ETFs can offer a different way to invest, so it's important to understand how they work and how they compare with other fund types.

June 30, 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.