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Investing Strategies
Today's Options Market Update
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are hitting fresh record highs ahead of the Fed’s 2-day FOMC meeting which starts tomorrow.
Stocks Rise on Rate-Cut Hopes
Major indexes are set to open slightly higher after gains last week as investors focus on the upcoming Fed meeting and further gains in Tesla. Economic data is light this week.
Looking to the Futures
Crude oil futures (/CLV25) recovered from early session losses to end Friday’s trade higher, despite concerns of a global oil glut.
Weekly Trader's Outlook
Stocks looked past softening labor market data and took a "don't fight the Fed" stance this week as stocks climbed higher into record territory.
Perspective: Inflation Problem
A Federal Reserve rate cut won't necessarily lower longer-term bond yields or mortgage rates.
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Corporate Bond Opportunities
Investment-grade corporate bond yields remain attractive compared to recent history. And don’t forget that starting yields are often good indicators of future total returns.
How to Use Implied Volatility
Learn how implied volatility (IV) percentiles can help identify when to use various options strategies. Rank volatility using IV percentiles to see if changes are normal or unusual.
Fiscal Concerns and Stocks
Progress on reducing fiscal deficits has stalled in some large economies around the world. Should investors be worried?
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Short Straddles vs. Strangles
Short straddles and strangles can help traders take advantage of range-bound trading or drops in implied volatility. But advanced options strategies carry greater potential risk.
Investing: Cryptocurrency
Learn the basics of cryptocurrencies: what they are, their benefits and risks, and how investors can gain exposure to them.
Tax Tips for Traders
Traders have special tax considerations, including Schedule D, Form 8949, Section 1256 contracts, and collectibles tax treatment. Here are a few tips for tackling the extra filing.
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Tax Tips for Traders
Traders have special tax considerations, including Schedule D, Form 8949, Section 1256 contracts, and collectibles tax treatment. Here are a few tips for tackling the extra filing.
Stock Market Cycle Stages
Learn to identify the four stages of a stock market cycle: accumulation, markup, distribution, and markdown.
How to Read the Fed Minutes
Learning to read the Fed minutes effectively can help traders understand the central bank's policy-making process, sentiment, and rate expectations, all of which can impact markets.
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International Bonds Outlook
When the value of the U.S. dollar declines, international developed-market bonds tend to become attractive. Here's why the bond outlook is more positive than it has been for the past decade.
Weak Dollar's Impact on Returns
International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
Q2 Nvidia Earnings
Nvidia, the biggest AI-chip firm, reports Wednesday. Watchlist items include the pathway toward resuming H20 chip sales in China, revenue guidance, and Blackwell growth.
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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 type of securities and investment strategies mentioned 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 or economic conditions.