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International
Weak Dollar's Impact on Returns
International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
Company Earnings
Q2 Nvidia Earnings
Nvidia, the biggest AI-chip firm, reports Wednesday. Watchlist items include the pathway toward resuming H20 chip sales in China, revenue guidance, and Blackwell growth.
Muni Bond Market Update
Cooper Howard joins the show to discuss trends and opportunities in the muni bond market.
US
Inflation: The Heat Is On?
July inflation data emphasized that tariff-related price pressures are still with us, in addition to some heat in the services sector—making the road to Fed cuts a bit bumpier.
Markets and Economy
Perspective: Downshifting
U.S. economic growth slowed decisively in the first half of the year amid concern about rising tariffs, although corporate fundamentals have remained strong.
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Trading Tools
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.
Planning and retirement
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.
Financial Planning
2025 Midyear Outlook
2025 has been a bouncy year so far with market ups and downs and uncertainty regarding possible tax changes and economic impacts of tariffs. Are you ready for what may come next?
Behavioral Finance
What is the Sunk Cost Fallacy?
The desire to get your money's worth can lead you in some potentially harmful directions.
Mortgages
Understanding Mortgage Rates
Why aren't mortgage rates falling more quickly? Learn how different interest rates work and the various factors that impact the interest rates we pay on mortgages.
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.
