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PPI Surged in September

The core Producer Price Index had its biggest gain in four years, sending stocks down early, while yields fell sharply. A 1.3% increase for headline PPI was the second most ever.

October 15, 2026 • Joe Mazzola

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Short Interest Monitor: 10/14

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. This edition features an unusual mix of firms, including a fintech giant and an athleisure leader.

October 14, 2026

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Q3 2026 Bank Earnings Ahead

Amid potentially slowing IPO demand and the Fed's first interest rate hike in three years, the outlook for this quarter's bank earnings enters a more challenging phase.

October 12, 2026

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Cool Job Market May Help Fed

The jobless rate is consistent with full employment, while wage growth is cooling. That balance gives the Federal Reserve room to focus on fighting inflation.

October 12, 2026

Market updates

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Looking to the Futures

Randy Todd

October 15, 2026

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Today's Options Market Update

Joe Mazzola

October 14, 2026

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thinkorswim basics

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

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Set Up thinkorswim® for Stocks

In this tutorial, we'll demonstrate ways to set up the thinkorswim® desktop platform for stock trading.

August 28, 2023

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Set Up thinkorswim® for Options

How to customize the thinkorswim® desktop platform especially for options—streamlining the option chain based on your trading style, setting up custom options screeners, and more.

August 28, 2023

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thinkorswim® Web Overview

In this tutorial, we'll take a tour of the thinkorswim® web platform and show you how to get started.

August 28, 2023

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thinkorswim® iOS

Learn how to navigate and place trades on the thinkorswim® mobile app for iPhone.

March 19, 2026

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thinkorswim® Android

Learn how to navigate and place trades on the thinkorswim® mobile app for Android.

October 11, 2023

Options trading for beginners

Three Ways to Short the Market

Investors seeking to profit from a market downturn or looking for portfolio protection have several short-selling strategies they might consider. Here are three.

June 22, 2026 • Michael Zarembski

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What Are Derivatives?

Derivatives are financial contracts whose value comes from an underlying asset. Learn the basics and why investors have used them to create strategies designed to help manage risk.

April 20, 2026

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Covered Call Considerations

Selling covered calls is a strategy that can help traders potentially make money if the underlying stock price holds steady. Here are some considerations and specifics to remember.

April 16, 2026

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Weekly Stock Options

Learn how weekly stock options can potentially help option traders adjust their exposure during market events like earnings releases or economic announcements.

February 18, 2026

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Stock Options Trading Stats

Learn how three options statistics on thinkorswim—implied and historical volatility, the Sizzle Index, and the put/call ratio—can help traders make more informed decisions.

December 31, 2025

A guide to futures and forex

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What Are Single Stock Futures?

The CME Group is introducing futures contracts on dozens of individual stocks. Here's what this could mean for traders and investors.

July 27, 2026

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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

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What Are Derivatives?

Derivatives are financial contracts whose value comes from an underlying asset. Learn the basics and why investors have used them to create strategies designed to help manage risk.

April 20, 2026

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Micro Bitcoin and Ether Futures

At a fraction of the size of a standard futures contract, Micro Bitcoin and Ether futures can offer a more capital-efficient way for traders to gain bitcoin and ether exposure.

March 26, 2026

Trading with technical analysis

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What Is Swing Trading?

Swing trading seeks to profit from moves lasting from days to weeks by using technical analysis to spot price patterns. It requires skill, precise execution, and discipline.

August 11, 2026

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Spotting Trends with ADX, RSI

Used together, the Average Directional Index and Relative Strength Index can help traders assess a stock's trend, how strong it is, and whether it may be overbought or oversold.

August 04, 2026

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Fibonacci Retracement Levels

Fibonacci retracement and extension levels are technical analysis tools that can help traders identify potential support and resistance price levels in stock trading.

June 23, 2026

What's new in stock trading

Short Interest Monitor: 10/14

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. This edition features an unusual mix of firms, including a fintech giant and an athleisure leader.

October 14, 2026

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Are IPOs a Bearish Signal?

IPO booms are often viewed as a warning sign by investors because of what they imply about market sentiment, but history shows using them as a timing tool can be a mistake.

October 07, 2026

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STAX Trends: A Silent Record

The Schwab Trading Activity Index™, which tracks client activity to gauge sentiment, reversed August's decline in September as the Silent Generation took a bullish approach.

October 06, 2026

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Consider European Equities

Have years of U.S. market leadership left your wealth overconcentrated? European stocks may offer portfolio diversification across sectors, currencies, and economic drivers.

October 06, 2026

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Stock Sector Outlook

Our outlook on the 11 S&P 500 equity sectors.

October 02, 2026

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Negative Earnings Implications

A negative quarterly earnings result isn't always a sign of deep trouble, but it might be. Here are some metrics to consider, including ones that may suggest it's time to cut bait.

September 30, 2026

Expand your options trading

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Implied Volatility Explained

Having an understanding of implied volatility isn't optional. Learn what it is, how it affects option prices, and how traders use it to assess risk and opportunities.

September 02, 2026 • Will Daniel

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How Rates Impact Options Prices

Interest rates have an important effect on options prices, especially when rates are high. The options greek rho measures the impact of rates and can help when evaluating options.

August 27, 2026

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Understanding Dividend Risk

When holding a short call option on a dividend-paying stock, traders should understand how dividend risk can affect options pricing, early assignment, and strategy outcomes.

August 17, 2026

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What Are Iron Condors?

Iron condors are four-leg, defined-risk options strategies that can be used to potentially generate income, but traders should consider their elevated commission costs.

April 09, 2026

Newest trading videos

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Screening for Value Stocks

The Stock Screener on schwab.com is a tool for finding stocks that meet specific criteria, including value stocks. Learn how to use it to find stocks that meet your own criteria.

April 02, 2026

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thinkorswim® iOS

Learn how to navigate and place trades on the thinkorswim® mobile app for iPhone.

March 19, 2026

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Second Monitor on thinkorswim

Flipping among charts, analyses and your watchlists can get tiresome—and it can slow you down. Adding a second monitor could make your trading a little easier.

November 07, 2025

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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.

Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Please read the Options Disclosure Document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options" before considering any option transaction. Call Schwab at 1‐800‐435‐4000 for a current copy. Supporting documentation for any claims or statistical information is available upon request.

Investing involves risks, including loss of principal. Hedging and protective strategies generally involve additional costs and do not assure a profit or guarantee against loss. With long options, investors may lose 100% of funds invested. Spread trading must be done in a margin account. Multiple leg options strategies will involve multiple per-contract charges. Covered calls provide downside protection only to the extent of the premium received and limit upside potential to the strike price plus premium received.

Futures and futures options trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for all investors. Please read the Risk Disclosure Statement for Futures and Options prior to trading futures products. Futures and forex accounts are not protected by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). Futures, futures options, and forex trading services provided by Charles Schwab Futures and Forex LLC. Trading privileges subject to review and approval. Not all clients will qualify.

Charles Schwab Futures and Forex LLC (NFA Member) and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Member FINRA/SIPC) are separate but affiliated companies and subsidiaries of The Charles Schwab Corporation.