Insights & Education
Keeping you at the forefront of modern investing
The latest commentary
US
Sentiment's Message
The April plunge in stocks ushered in a huge washout in investor sentiment, but more so on the attitudinal side as opposed to the behavioral side.
Markets and Economy
Weekly Market Outlook
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's 90-second take on the markets for the week ahead.
Markets and Economy
Inflation or Unemployment?
Kathy Jones and Collin Martin break down the Fed's current predicament and what the future might hold for interest rates.
Markets and Economy
Fed Holds Policy Rate Steady
The Fed held the federal funds rate steady but noted that the risks of slowing economic growth and higher inflation have risen.
Popular in trading
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
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.
Financial Planning
Personal Finance Calendar
A month-by-month guide to help get your finances in top shape this year.
Schwab original podcasts
Markets and Economy
Markets and Economy
Markets and Economy
Markets and Economy
