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Investing Strategies

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

Looking to the Futures

Crude oil futures (/CL) moved lower Friday as traders weighed easing supply risk concerns against a market backdrop that still looks relatively tight.

August 31, 2026 • Michael Zarembski

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Stocks Fall as Oil Surges

New tit-for-tat Persian Gulf strikes, the first in weeks, sent oil climbing and stocks down early. The market is still digesting Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish Friday remarks.

August 31, 2026

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Diesel, dollars, and demand

Tightening fuel supplies, mixed consumer signals, and a possible return of the debasement trade put inflation, markets, and crypto back in focus.

August 28, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are modestly lower as the markets react to comments from Fed Chair Warsh and assess earnings reports.

August 28, 2026

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Short Interest Monitor: 8/28

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. The latest edition features pharmaceutical companies and enterprise software firms.

August 28, 2026

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks had a mixed week, as Nvidia's strong long-term revenue guidance is countered by a relatively hawkish Jackon Hole speech by Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.

August 28, 2026

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How Rates Impact Options Prices

Interest rates have an important effect on options prices, especially when rates are high. The options greek rho measures the impact of rates and can help when evaluating options.

August 27, 2026

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.