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Discover ways to identify, analyze, and act on U.S. investment opportunities with our timely insights and comprehensive educational resources.

Understanding the U.S. market

Learn how to find favorable trends in the U.S. market along with strategies for capitalizing on them.

Bonds

Bond Markets at a Turning Point

Despite inflation pressure, tariffs and immigration policy are leading to slower job growth and consumer spending, which may prompt the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates soon.

August 06, 2025 • Kathy Jones

What's the Tariff End Game?

Kevin Gordon joins Kathy Jones to discuss the latest economic indicators, including implications from the latest round of tariffs.

August 01, 2025

Research

Back-to-School Stocks

September means back-to-school time, which could mean shopping for your student and a portfolio of stock investments.

July 31, 2025

Markets and Economy

Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady

Federal Reserve officials leave short-term interest rates unchanged but appear to open the door for a potential rate cut later this year.

July 30, 2025

Investing & trading

Whether new to U.S. markets or experienced, find ways to take your investing and trading knowledge to the next level.

Investments

BDCs: High Yields, Big Risks?

Business development company (BDC) investments are known for their attractive yields—and their risks. Here's what to know about investing in BDCs.

August 07, 2025 • Adam Lynch

Portfolio Management

Ways to Hedge a Downturn

Using S&P 500 put options for temporary downside portfolio protection when concerns over an event-driven sell-off are elevated.

August 06, 2025

Trading Tools

Tracking Potential Price Moves

Is the market pricing in a greater-than-typical move in a stock? Check the Market Maker Move indicator on the thinkorswim platform. It can help inform your trading decisions.

August 05, 2025

Research