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Fed Cuts Interest Rates

The Federal Reserve lowered its policy interest rate by 25 basis points, as widely expected. However, dissenting votes may cloud the path forward.

October 29, 2025 Kathy Jones

Stocks Up Before Fed, Mega Caps

Stocks rose again, led by surging shares of Nvidia, as the Fed decision and earnings from three mega caps loom. Perceived progress on a China trade deal lifted the chip market.

October 29, 2025

Understanding Solana ETPs

Trading of solana ETPs started October 28, 2025, but investors should proceed with caution.

October 28, 2025

Washington: What to Watch Now

The government shutdown drags on, with several potential pressure points looming in coming days.

October 28, 2025

5 Reasons to Consider Munis Now

Municipal bonds offer tax-adjusted yields, generally high credit quality, and other advantages that may make them attractive investments.

October 28, 2025

Market updates

Joe Mazzola

Today's Options Market Update

Joe Mazzola
October 29, 2025
Dan Sweeney

Looking to the Futures

Dan Sweeney
October 29, 2025
Nathan Peterson

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson
October 24, 2025

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Rules For Cash Trades

Understanding the timing for setting transactions is important when trading with cash so that traders aren't hit with account restrictions.

December 17, 2024

Ins and Outs of Short Selling

Make sure you understand the risks of short selling before taking the plunge.

March 11, 2024

Intro to thinkorswim® Desktop

Welcome to thinkorswim®. In this video we'll provide a high-level tour of the most commonly used features of the thinkorswim trading platform.

August 28, 2023

Trading Futures vs. Stocks

Stocks and futures both trade on exchanges, but that's where the similarities end. Futures contracts expire on a set date and can be traded using much more leverage.

April 26, 2023

Planning and retirement

Divorce and Taxes

When divvying up assets during divorce proceedings, taxes should be a key consideration, not an afterthought. Here's how different assets may be treated in the event of divorce.

October 24, 2025

What Is an Estate Sale?

An estate sale can be an effective way to downsize or unload inherited possessions. Learn how the process works to help minimize financial and emotional costs.

October 20, 2025


Talking Money with Mom and Dad

Talking through these five money topics as your parents age could help bring peace of mind and relief to both you and your parents.

October 14, 2025

Giving With Noncash Assets

Leveraging the appreciation of assets such as real estate or stock to make charitable gifts can help maximize your philanthropic impact and reduce your taxes.

October 13, 2025

How to Plan for Life's Goals

Retirement is important. But it's probably not your only goal. Here's how a financial plan can help you balance retirement savings with life's other important milestones.

October 10, 2025

Inherited IRA & SECURE Act 2.0

It's important to understand the updated inherited IRA distribution rules tied to changes in the SECURE Act, including its latest version, SECURE 2.0.

October 08, 2025

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