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A Check on Warsh, Yields, AI

Kevin Warsh officially takes the reins at the Federal Reserve, facing challenges ahead as yields surge. Elsewhere bitcoin battles resistance and software bounces back.

May 22, 2026

Stocks Up Early on Iran Talks

The new Fed chairman is expected to take office today facing an ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has fueled inflation. Major indexes are poised for a positive week.

May 22, 2026

Bitcoin Sellers Net Profitable

Bitcoin's bear market rally just flipped long-term and short-term positions net profitable. Clearing resistance ahead will depend partly on how investors react to this threshold.

May 21, 2026

What to Expect With Warsh

As Kevin Warsh takes over as Federal Reserve chair with his own goals, he may face challenges even beyond rate policy, from inflation to independence to a bulbous balance sheet.

May 18, 2026

Free Cash Flow Primer

Though investors often focus on revenue and earnings, a company's free cash flow has longer-term implications that can tell investors more about the health of a business.

May 12, 2026

Market updates

Jacob Baker

Looking to the Futures

Jacob Baker
May 22, 2026
Nathan Peterson

Today's Options Market Update

Nathan Peterson
May 21, 2026

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson, Jim Ferraioli
April 02, 2026

Investing Basics


Investing Basics: ETFs

August 02, 2024

Technical Analysis

Looking to understand how to read stock charts? Start learning the basics of using charts, identifying trends, applying price patterns, and using charting indicators.

October 19, 2023

What's new in trading

Bitcoin Sellers Net Profitable

Bitcoin's bear market rally just flipped long-term and short-term positions net profitable. Clearing resistance ahead will depend partly on how investors react to this threshold.

May 21, 2026

Free Cash Flow Primer

Though investors often focus on revenue and earnings, a company's free cash flow has longer-term implications that can tell investors more about the health of a business.

May 12, 2026


U.S. Oil Tracks Global Market

Though the U.S. drills far more oil than in the past and relies less on supplies from the war-torn Persian Gulf, U.S. consumers see there's no escaping global price realities.

May 07, 2026

What Is the P/E Ratio?

The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio compares a company's stock price to its earnings per share. Learn how to use this valuation tool, and why it's best paired with other metrics.

May 06, 2026

Sunday Night Futures Watch

Though Sunday night stock futures trading can spook investors as the market reacts to weekend developments, they don't always carry through to Monday's day session.

April 23, 2026

What Is Preferred Stock?

For those considering investing in preferred stocks, it's critical to understand the benefits, characteristics, and risks.

April 10, 2026

Planning and retirement

Helping College Grads Invest

Looking for a meaningful college graduation present? Consider opening up the world of investing.

May 21, 2026

How to Improve Your DTI

Learn what a healthy debt-to-income (DTI) ratio looks like, how to calculate it, and practical steps to lower it and strengthen your financial profile.

May 06, 2026


Do You Need a Wealth Advisor?

Building a tax-savvy portfolio can benefit from a team approach. As your taxes become more complex, consider consulting with a tax advisor, financial planner and/or wealth advisor.

April 22, 2026

Your Life, Your Tax Strategy

When life changes, review your plan for managing taxes. As your family changes, career evolves and investments get more complex, make sure that your tax plan keeps up.

April 22, 2026

Tax-Efficient Portfolios

Learn the basic building blocks for improving tax efficiency in your investment portfolio. These tools can help you manage taxes over longer time horizons.

April 22, 2026

Smart Ways to Save on Moves

Moving across the country takes time and money, but it can be a fun adventure. Get practical tips from someone who's done it three times. Learn more.

April 08, 2026

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