Market Volatility
2026 Midterms and the Markets
The 2026 midterms could reshape control of Congress, raising the odds of divided government and near-term market volatility, but investors should stay focused on long-term goals.
Market Volatility
Trading Amid Uncertainty
When the market takes a turn, traders may want to go back to basics.
Options Spreads and Volatility
Bid/ask options spreads widen during volatile markets as market makers adapt how they manage trades amid increased uncertainty.
Bitcoin Volatility Shrinks
Bitcoin is now less volatile than some Magnificent 7 stocks, but it's still capable of steep, prolonged declines.
Market Volatility
Stock Market's Ups and Downs
Many investors think about getting out of the stock market when it gets bumpy. But history shows that staying invested over the long term has resulted in positive gains.
What's the VVIX?
The Cboe VVIX Index reflects the level of uncertainty about future market volatility. Learn how it can help gauge market sentiment and inform strategy decisions in VIX options.
What Is a Recession?
Understand how a recession is defined and how to avoid common investment mistakes during recession-driven stock market downturns.
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.
Robo-Advisors Counter Emotions
Trading with your emotions during times of market volatility? Explore whether a robo-advisor may be able to help.
Investing in a Bear Market
Bear markets are part of a normal market cycle. Understanding their basics and history can help investors make strategic investment decisions when bear markets occur.
Market Volatility
Market Correction: What Is It?
What does a "correction" mean, what's likely to happen next, and what can investors do now?
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.
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.
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