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Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Stocks are giving back some of yesterday’s bounce as modestly higher oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields keep investor optimism contained.

Exploring Ways to Gain Exposure to Cryptocurrency

There are many ways to invest in cryptocurrency. Read more about the various ways to gain exposure to cryptocurrencies.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Investors Seek More Signs of Iran Thaw After Rally

Monday's rally on news of talks with Iran faded, and renewed vigor may depend on evidence of progress toward re-opening the Strait. Earnings are light but March PMI data is ahead.

Does Bitcoin Have a Role in My Portfolio?

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.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Equities stabilized on Monday after President Trump delayed planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure ahead of negotiations.

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Schwab Market Update

Crude Oil, Yields Resume Rallies, Hurting Stocks

After the best day since war began, stocks turned tail early as crude oil and Treasury yields rose. There's no sign of progress toward ending the conflict or reopening the strait.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

After Worst Week of Year, War and Oil Center Stage

War and oil have the spotlight almost to themselves as the week ahead features little in the way of major data or earnings news. The S&P 500 hit six-month lows Friday.

Weekly Trader’s Outlook

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Major indices are on track for the fourth straight week of losses, and are now technically oversold, as the U.S./Iran conflict continues to dominate market psychology.

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On Investing

Inflation, Oil & Uncertainty: Reading the Market's Mixed Signals

Liz Ann and Collin examine how geopolitical tensions, rising energy prices, and shifting inflation expectations are driving sharp rotations beneath the surface of equity markets.