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2Q Earnings: The Beat Goes On?
The earnings bar is fairly low for the second quarter, setting companies up for a potential easy jump—but there will likely be more focus on forward guidance.
Government Policy
Congress Passes Tax Bill
Congress approved the "One Big Beautiful Bill" tax-and-spending plan. Here are some of the key provisions for investors and taxpayers.
International
There Is No AI Without Energy
Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.
Bonds
Munis: Mid-Year Outlook
Tax policy may continue to be a factor in the second half of the year, although Congress looks likely to maintain current tax brackets and the muni tax exemption.
Markets and Economy
Geopolitics & the Markets
Mike Townsend joins the show to discuss the news out of Washington, the evolving geopolitical landscape, and the market's reaction.
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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
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.
Retirement
Save Now for Retirement
The sooner you start saving, the more likely you're likely to reach your retirement goals. Here are some numbers to put things in perspective.
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