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Today's Options Market Update

Today's Options Market Update

Though stocks soared early on the two-week ceasefire, things aren't back to normal and there's no guarantee oil will stay muzzled. Shipping and supply chains take time to recover.

Gambler's Blues: Betting Isn't Investing

Gambling is rising in popularity, blurring lines between betting vs. investing. Misunderstanding the key differences can endanger financial security.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Stocks on Edge as War, Oil Remain in Sharp Focus

Trading today could hinge on any fresh escalation or de-escalation of the war, as well as the impact of oil prices. Stocks were resilient early this week despite war concerns.

Looking to the Futures

Looking to the Futures

Live Cattle Futures get a technical breather from Monday’s highs for the June 26 contract (/LEM26), down -1.225 cents to 245.80 from Monday’s settlement. Equity futures look higher, crude oil is down after ceasefire announcement.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update

Relief Rally Follows Ceasefire, But Risk Remains

Though stocks soared early on the two-week ceasefire, things aren't back to normal and there's no guarantee oil will stay muzzled. Shipping and supply chains take time to recover.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

Iran Deadline Looms, Putting Focus on Oil, Yields

President Trump's deadline tonight for Iran to re-open the strait or face new attacks could keep investors nervous today, keeping focus on oil. A Treasury auction is also on tap.

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Adding Cryptocurrency to a Portfolio? 2 Approaches

Interested in adding cryptocurrencies to your portfolio? Here are two approaches to consider.

Schwab Market Update
Schwab Market Update Podcast

After Surprise Jobs Jump, Key Inflation Data Ahead

Friday's March payrolls data that showed jobs growth of 178,000 sent bond yields higher in holiday trading. This week brings key inflation reports and earnings from Delta.

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