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Investing Strategies

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

Schwab Market Perspective

Our point of view on recent market and economic activity.

September 18, 2026 • Liz Ann Sonders • Kevin Gordon • Collin Martin • Michelle Gibley • Chris Ferrarone

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Rates, Risk, and Resilience

Stocks tread water as the Fed tightens and the 10-year yield hits 5%, AI and chip shares slump with earnings weeks away, and crypto takes a stalled bill in stride.

September 18, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Treasury futures are trading up Thursday afternoon following the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise the target interest rate to the 375-400 range.

September 18, 2026

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Stocks Retreat, Yields Up

Stocks eased from Thursday's wide rally early as yields rose and the Bank of Japan raised rates. It's triple witching day, so trading activity and volatility might be above normal.

September 18, 2026

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Cash Management at Any Age

Keep cash management simple and purposeful at every age with tips on savings, emergency cushions, and money for life's big goals.

September 17, 2026

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Cash Management at Any Age

Keep cash management simple and purposeful at every age with tips on savings, emergency cushions, and money for life's big goals.

September 17, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are higher across the board around midday as lower oil prices and Treasury yields give the bulls an assist.

September 17, 2026

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Fed's Dual Mandate Explained

The Fed's dual mandate requires it to promote maximum employment and price stability. Learn how these goals can conflict and what they can tell investors about Fed policy.

September 17, 2026

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How to Read an Earnings Report

Learn how to read an earnings report step by step, from analyzing the balance sheet and cash flow statement to assessing guidance and management commentary.

September 15, 2026

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Reconsidering European Stocks

European equities may have support from global growth, improving fundamentals, lower relative valuations, and fiscal spending—plus diversification from the AI cycle.

September 14, 2026

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Stocks remained range-bound, but underlying market volatility, sector rotation, rising oil prices, Treasury yields, and positioning ahead of next week's FOMC meeting kept the outlook cautious as equities tested key support levels.

September 11, 2026

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How to Manage Cash by Goal

Organize your cash into three buckets—expenses and bill pay, an emergency fund, and future opportunities—so each dollar has a job and you stay ready for what life brings.

September 15, 2026

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Reconsidering European Stocks

European equities may have support from global growth, improving fundamentals, lower relative valuations, and fiscal spending—plus diversification from the AI cycle.

September 14, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

September 11, 2026

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Thematic vs. Sector Funds

Thematic investing strategies can help you diversify in different ways than a sector-based fund might—just make sure you know what you're buying.

September 08, 2026

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Understanding Analyst Ratings

Research analysts assign buy, sell, hold, and other ratings to stocks in their research reports. Here's what these stock ratings mean, and how investors can use them.

September 08, 2026

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Global Diesel Supply Crunch

Wars have left global refineries struggling to meet demand for diesel fuel, pushing U.S. diesel exports to a record high and raising costs for businesses and consumers.

September 08, 2026

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Insights & Education are provided by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.

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.