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Investing Strategies

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

Today's Options Market Update

Markets were down overnight but rebounded on Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as Fed chair. The Producer Price Index puts inflation data in focus, landing above expectations.

January 30, 2026 • Joe Mazzola

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Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks are on track to be slightly lower on the week following a strong start as earnings, currency moves, and news flow stimulate market volatility.

January 30, 2026

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Stocks Off Lows on Fed News

Markets were down overnight but rebounded on Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as Fed chair. The Producer Price Index puts inflation data in focus, landing above expectations.

January 30, 2026

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Looking to the Futures

Crude Oil continued its surge on Thursday reaching 4-month highs off escalating Middle East tensions and the threat of supply disruption due to a potential U.S. attack on Iran.

January 30, 2026

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Q4 Tech Earnings Preview

Info tech earnings continue with Nvidia and Alphabet on deck. Surging memory stocks, beleaguered software industry in focus as investors probe for signs of an AI inflection point.

January 29, 2026

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What Can Drive Bitcoin's Price?

Macroeconomic factors as well as crypto-specific themes can affect cryptocurrency performance. Here are some of the drivers that can affect prices.

January 28, 2026

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Broker-Dealers vs. Advisors

Broker-dealers and investment advisors are obligated to operate in their clients' best interest, but in different ways. Learn the regulatory differences and several key terms.

January 27, 2026

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Health Care Sector Faces Test

Investors are returning to health care stocks, but $1 trillion in government funding cuts and a looming pharma "patent cliff" are among the risks as Q4 earnings reports come due.

January 26, 2026

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Deductible Investment Expenses

The IRS allows various tax deductions for expenses related to producing taxable investment income. Do yours qualify?

January 23, 2026

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Q4 2025 Tech Earnings

Results from tech titans including Microsoft and Apple are on tap soon. Focus remains on cloud growth and spending after some stocks were punished for raising Cap-Ex last quarter.

January 22, 2026

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Stock Market Terminology

Get definitions for more than 200 common investing terms.

January 22, 2026

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Municipal Bond Risks in 2026

While our outlook for the municipal bond market in 2026 is positive overall, we have identified five risks that we believe should be on investors' radar.

January 22, 2026

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Crypto and Blockchains Basics

Before they risk any money, investors who are new to cryptocurrencies and blockchains should learn the basics: what are they, how do they work, and what are the risks?

January 21, 2026

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Stocks Sink on Trade Tensions

U.S. stocks face broad sell-off and Treasurys plunge with investors rattled by tariff threats amid President Trump's push to acquire Greenland.

January 20, 2026

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5 Remodeling Money Mistakes

Remodeling your home can be your own transformation story, but make sure you think it through and avoid these five common financial mistakes.

January 20, 2026

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Crypto: Understanding Value

Understanding fundamental drivers can help investors evaluate different cryptocurrency protocols.

January 20, 2026

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Tools for Trading Earnings

Learn more about the perils of trading during earnings season and tools that may potentially help traders navigate the volatility.

January 20, 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.