Investing Strategies
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Investing Strategies
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are lower across the board after initially opening higher as markets continue to monitor earnings, economic data and trade developments.
Stocks Up Despite Tariffs
As U.S. tariffs kicked in, stocks rose on relief that many firms will be exempt from semiconductor levies and on rising hopes for a rate cut. Continuing jobless claims rose again.
Looking to the Futures
To avoid losing access to the largest market in the world, Canadian businesses have changed their operations to avoid tariffs that have gone into effect.
Ways to Hedge a Downturn
Using S&P 500 put options for temporary downside portfolio protection when concerns over an event-driven sell-off are elevated.
Bond Markets at a Turning Point
Despite inflation pressure, tariffs and immigration policy are leading to slower job growth and consumer spending, which may prompt the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates soon.
Investing Strategies
Interpreting Equity Reports
Equity research reports can help investors assess a stock, but sometimes they're confusing or complicated. Learning how they work can help investors make more informed decisions.
Tracking Potential Price Moves
Is the market pricing in a greater-than-typical move in a stock? Check the Market Maker Move indicator on the thinkorswim platform. It can help inform your trading decisions.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite opened at all-time highs yesterday but have reversed sharply following this morning's weak Nonfarm Payrolls report and higher tariff impositions.
Investing Strategies
Back-to-School Stocks
September means back-to-school time, which could mean shopping for your student and a portfolio of stock investments.
Solana, Ripple on thinkorswim
Solana and ripple futures and micro futures contracts are joining bitcoin and ether as tradable cryptocurrencies on the thinkorswim platform.
Tariff Impact: What's Next?
Stocks are near record highs despite rising U.S. tariffs. Why have markets seemed to shrug off tariffs lately, and will it last?
Investing Strategies
Is 'Meme Mania' Returning?
This week's meme stock rallies brought memories of similar moves in 2021 and worries of a market top. While history may not repeat, anyone considering these stocks should be wary.
How to Build a Bond Portfolio
From "how" to "why now," here are four things investors should understand about bond investing.
Q2 2025 Tech Earnings
Tech earnings strength has lifted S&P 500 earnings growth in recent quarters and could again as major firms like Apple, Microsoft, and Intel gear up to report in coming weeks.
Investing Strategies
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.
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.
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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.