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Markets and Economy
Stocks Flat as Data Awaited
With jobs data ahead starting Wednesday but no major earnings or numbers today, focus could continue to be on the situation in Venezuela. The "Santa Claus" rally failed to show up.
Markets and Economy
2025 Review With Note on Venezuela
The capture of Venezuelan President Maduro has been digested well by global markets, which is in keeping with 2025’s theme of massive volatility and solid index-level returns.
Market Volatility
What Is a Recession?
Understand how a recession is defined and how to avoid common investment mistakes during recession-driven stock market downturns.
Government Policy
Washington: What to Watch Now
As Congress wraps up for 2025, all eyes are on whether lawmakers will extend health-insurance subsidies—the issue at the heart of the 43-day government shutdown earlier this year.
Financial Planning
Wealth Management Outlook
The environment for investors continually shifts, but the principles of effective wealth management do not. Here are three themes to help investors grow and use wealth in 2026.
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.
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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
Education
529 College Savings Plans
The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.
Financial Planning
Wealth Management Outlook
The environment for investors continually shifts, but the principles of effective wealth management do not. Here are three themes to help investors grow and use wealth in 2026.
Taxes
Tax Brackets 2025
Learn how 2025 tax brackets affect your filing strategy, deductions, retirement contributions, and credits—and how to plan smarter before Tax Day.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning Lessons
A strong estate plan requires clear documents and honest conversations. I learned this first-hand after losing my father, along with several other key lessons worth sharing.
Financial Planning
Personal Finance Calendar
A month-by-month guide to help get your finances in top shape this year.
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.
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