Market Volatility

Responding to Market Chaos

Volatility has investors questioning the future of U.S. stocks. Three Schwab finance professionals discuss how to evaluate your portfolio in the face of market ups and downs.

November 14, 2025

Market Volatility

Volatility in Retirement

Don’t have a cash reserve? Here are some ways to adjust your spending and withdrawals to help ease the burden on your portfolio.

April 07, 2025

Bear Market: Now What?

Bear markets can pose a challenge to your financial goals. Here are seven tips for dealing with down markets.

April 07, 2025

Market Correction: What Is It?

What does a "correction" mean, what's likely to happen next, and what can investors do now?

March 14, 2025

Market Volatility

The New Magnificent Seven?

We explore drivers that may contribute to continued outperformance of European stocks since the bull market began in October 2022.

February 24, 2025

Equity Awards in a Down Market

Some equity compensation plans have protections built in to help you weather market downturns. If you're concerned about market volatility, here are a few strategies to consider.

January 10, 2025

Panic Is Not a Strategy

Panic is never a good investment strategy—nor is greed. Here's how disciplined investing helps navigate through volatile environments.

September 16, 2024

Market Volatility

The MOVE Index

The MOVE Index, a.k.a the "VIX of bonds," helps investors track volatility across U.S. Treasuries. Sometimes, it can signal future action in equities.

August 08, 2024

Robo-Advisors and Emotions

Trading with your emotions during times of market volatility? Explore whether a robo-advisor may be able to help.

June 14, 2024

Investing in a Bear Market

Bear markets are part of a normal market cycle. Understanding the basics and history of these markets can help investors make strategic investment decisions when bear markets occur.

February 23, 2023

Market Volatility

Make the Most of Volatility

With a disciplined approach, you can learn to manage volatility for your benefit—while helping you minimize risks. Here are four steps to consider.

May 12, 2022

Instead of Panicking, S.T.O.P.

When it comes to investing, our emotions are not our friend. Instead of panicking, S.T.O.P.

March 30, 2022

VIX ETFs: The Facts and Risks

Investors are fascinated by the VIX Index due to its tendency to spike during market turmoil. VIX ETFs exist but they track VIX index futures, instead of the index directly. Find out why this can be an issue.

August 24, 2021

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