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Markets and Economy
Stocks Up Ahead of Nvidia
Nvidia's earnings this afternoon could set the tone for the rest of the week, while investors also await key software results. Tech provided an early lift after Tuesday's rebound.
Markets and Economy
SCOTUS Rejects Trump Tariffs
In a 6-3 decision, the highest court in the U.S. ruled that President Trump lacks the legal authority to impose sweeping tariffs. But the administration has a Plan B in place.
Mixed Signals & Moving Targets
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones are joined by Kevin Gordon to discuss mixed economic signals, Fed policy uncertainty, as well as AI-driven investment and productivity gains.
Government Policy
Washington: What to Watch Now
The Department of Homeland Security has shut down, but impact has been limited so far. Here's what to expect.
Bonds
Muni Bonds: 3 Key Questions
Municipal bonds have posted strong performance so far this year, despite a news cycle that has many investors questioning the path forward. Here are answers to some of the top questions.
Investing Basics
Technical Analysis
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.
What's new in trading
Cryptocurrency
What Can Drive Ether's Price?
Ether is the second-largest cryptocurrency behind bitcoin, and its purpose and drivers are different than bitcoin's. Learn more about the factors that can affect ether performance.
Cryptocurrency
Welcome to the Multiverse
Cryptocurrencies offer the opportunity to build additional economic layers on top of the global economy.
Markets and Economy
Covered-Call ETF: What to Know
Exchange-traded funds that combine equity market exposure with a side of options may seem appetizing, but there are risks worth considering before adding one to your plate.
Lessons From Market Wizards
Kathy Jones interviews Jack Schwager, famed author of the "Market Wizards" series, about how top traders think.
Company Earnings
Q4 Tech Earnings Preview
Info tech earnings continue with Nvidia and Alphabet on deck. Surging memory stocks, beleaguered software industry in focus as investors probe for signs of an AI inflection point.
Cryptocurrency
What Can Drive Bitcoin's Price?
Macroeconomic factors as well as crypto-specific themes can affect cryptocurrency performance. Here are some of the drivers that can affect prices.
Planning and retirement
Education
What Is a 529 Account?
The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.
Tax Planning
Understanding Tax Cost Ratio
Tax cost ratio is a key metric for tax-efficient investing. Here's what it is and how it works.
IRA
Roth IRAs for Kids
Using some after-school and summer earnings to save for retirement could lighten the burden for teen investors later in life.
Behavioral Finance
What is the Sunk Cost Fallacy?
The desire to get your money's worth can lead you in some potentially harmful directions.
Retirement Income
Beyond the 4% Rule
How much can you spend without running out of money? The 4% rule is a popular rule of thumb, but you can do better. Here are guidelines for finding your personalized spending rate.
Markets and Economy
Volatility in Retirement
Don’t have a cash reserve? Here are some ways to adjust your spending and withdrawals to help ease the burden on your portfolio.
