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Markets and Economy
Oil Prices and the Muni Market
Higher oil prices have both positive and negative effects on the municipal bond market. Investors may want to evaluate their concentration risk.
Markets and Economy
Ceasefire Extension Keys Rally
President Trump's ceasefire extension took some pressure off the market, but oil remains up. Stronger than expected earnings provided an early lift, with Tesla due later.
Markets and Economy
Schwab Market Perspective
Iran war-related headlines continue to cause volatility in the markets and oil prices to rise, but our experts remind readers that uncertain times might also present opportunities.
Why Corporate Earnings Matter
As earnings season begins, Liz Ann Sonders and Collin Martin assess what corporate profits signal for both stocks and bonds. They also cover how geopolitics, tariffs, inflation, and a "Fed on hold" backdrop are shaping the outlook for markets.
Markets and Economy
Iran and the Federal Reserve
Rising oil prices and the historically inflationary aspects of war have changed expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate policy and have pulled Treasury yields higher.
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
Stocks
What Is Preferred Stock?
For those considering investing in preferred stocks, it's critical to understand the benefits, characteristics, and risks.
Cryptocurrency
Adding Crypto? 2 Approaches
Interested in adding cryptocurrencies to your portfolio? Here are two approaches to consider.
Cryptocurrency
Ways to Value Cryptocurrencies
As cryptocurrency price drivers become more fundamental, it's important to consider ways to value this new asset class.
Cryptocurrency
Ways to Gain Exposure to Crypto
There are many ways to invest in cryptocurrency. Read more about the various ways to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies.
Cryptocurrency
Bitcoin: Where Does It Fit?
Is bitcoin an inflation hedge, currency, portfolio diversifier or something else? We look at what bitcoin can do and where it may fit in a portfolio.
Trading Tools
thinkorswim® iOS
Learn how to navigate and place trades on the thinkorswim® mobile app for iPhone.
Planning and retirement
Estate Planning
International Estate Planning
International estate planning doesn't have a one-size-fits-all strategy—learn about challenges non-U.S. citizens can face and what to consider when creating an estate plan.
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.
Empowering the Next Generation
Liz Ann interviews Jim Clark, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America, about how understanding money basics is essential for building confidence, workforce readiness, and long-term economic mobility for young people.
IRA
Roth IRA Withdrawals
Investors tend to focus more on saving for retirement and less on what will happen when they take money out. We answer six common questions on making a Roth IRA withdrawal.
Education
529 Eligible Expenses
529 eligible expenses include K-12 tuition, certain test fees, college housing, and more. Learn what else a 529 account can (and can't) be used for.
Education
What Is a 529 Account?
The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.
Schwab original podcasts
Onward magazine
Fixed Income