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Investing Strategies

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

Today's Options Market Update

The February consumer price increase matched expectations, and crude rose after carrier ships were hit with projectiles and markets anticipated a large release of oil stocks.

March 11, 2026 • Joe Mazzola

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April Light Sweet Crude Oil Futures (/CLJ26) is trading up 2.70% to $85.70 in the pre-market as market participants await news from the G-7 Energy Ministers on an International Energy Agency (IEA) proposal for a release from strategic reserves. Consumer Price Index (CPI) Figures were also released this morning. CPI came in line with expectations, rising 2.4% year on year and 0.3% month on month. Excluding food and energy prices, CPI rise 0.2% monthly and 2.5% year on year also matches estimates.

March 11, 2026

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Stocks Little Changed on CPI

The February consumer price increase matched expectations, and crude rose after carrier ships were hit with projectiles and markets anticipated a large release of oil stocks.

March 11, 2026

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Stable Value Funds Explained

Stable value funds combine high-quality bond portfolios with insurance-based contracts to preserve capital and provide steady returns for retirement investors or education savers.

March 10, 2026

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Iran: Gauging Market Impact

If tensions de-escalate soon, there could be relatively little impact on international markets. However, risks will rise if global energy supplies face a prolonged disruption.

March 09, 2026

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Trailing Stops on thinkorswim®️

Trailing stops help traders by placing an exit below the market at a moving price. Follow this tutorial on setting a trailing stop order on thinkorswim®️ desktop.

March 06, 2026

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Who Owns Treasury Bonds?

How private investors are influencing U.S. Treasury markets, and what it could mean for fixed income investors.

March 06, 2026

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Evaluating Dividend Growth

Stocks that regularly increase their dividends often outperform their peers. Here's what to consider when evaluating them.

March 06, 2026

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Who Owns Treasury Bonds?

How private investors are influencing U.S. Treasury markets, and what it could mean for fixed income investors.

March 06, 2026

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Evaluating Dividend Growth

Stocks that regularly increase their dividends often outperform their peers. Here's what to consider when evaluating them.

March 06, 2026

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Is a Stock Rally Reversing?

These four scenarios, in conjunction with corroborating price patterns, may hint that a stock rally is ripe for a reversal.

March 06, 2026

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What Is Private Equity?

Private equity funds are increasingly accessible—but do they deserve a place in your portfolio?

March 06, 2026

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Understanding Stablecoins

Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies, stablecoins are meant to maintain a stable value. But they are not all created equal. Learn how they work.

March 06, 2026

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What Is Private Equity?

Offering diversification benefits as well as the potential for higher returns, private equity is now an intriguing option for more investors.

March 05, 2026

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Fire Below Indexes

Notwithstanding developments in the Iran conflict, there are important leadership shifts still at play within the equity market, which emphasize the importance of diversification.

March 04, 2026

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War in Iran: FAQs

What do the attacks on Iran mean for the global economy and markets? We answer some of the questions investors are asking most often.

March 04, 2026

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What Are Target Date Funds?

Target date funds automatically adjust investments over time. Learn how they work and what to consider when using them for retirement.

March 03, 2026

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