Experts offer their insights on the U.S. and global markets

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US Market Commentary

Climate Shocks & the Muni Bond Market

Cooper Howard and Kathy Jones look at how climate events, like the fires in Los Angeles, could impact the municipal bond market.
January 17, 2025

Edgy Investors Waiting to See How Policies Unfold

Investors and markets are anxious to see when and how the new Congress will implement the massive Republican policy agenda. But the details matter, and the answers will take time.
January 16, 2025

Does the Resilient Economy Equal a Higher Potential Growth Rate?

Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones examine why the economy continues to show resilience despite higher interest rates and inflation concerns.
January 10, 2025

It Was a Very Good Year

Stocks are coming off another banner year, but strength has bred a frothy sentiment environment, which continues to loom as a risk for likely coming volatility.
January 6, 2025

Schwab's 2025 Long-Term Capital Market Expectations

Continuing last year's trend, our 2025 outlook shows fixed income benefiting from high rates, while equities face a narrowing edge over risk-free investments.
January 3, 2025

2025 Market Outlook: Fixed Income

As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from muni bonds, investment-grade corporate bonds, and the fixed income markets in the new year?
December 20, 2024

January Barometer: Wall Street Trends to Watch

Investors reboot when a new year dawns, but 2025 stands out as a new administration takes over. This may affect investor behavior as they adjust for possible policy changes.
December 18, 2024

2025 Market Outlook: U.S. Stocks & Economy & Global Markets

As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from U.S. stocks and the global markets in the new year?
December 13, 2024

Will Policy Disruption Unsettle Markets in 2025?

The new administration promises disruptive policies on immigration, tariffs, taxes, deregulation and more. But how will markets and investors respond to these policy changes?
December 12, 2024

Analyze Vertical Spreads with the Risk Profile Tool

Learn how to set up and analyze an options spread using the Risk Profile tool on the thinkorswim platform for more complex trades like vertical spreads.
December 10, 2024

What Year-End Tax Strategies Should You Consider for 2024?

Mark Riepe highlights key updates to tax policy in 2024 and offers helpful year-end tax-planning moves.
December 9, 2024

How Do You Build a Bond Portfolio?

Kathy Jones and Cooper Howard discuss how to build a bond portfolio, which bonds are suitable for retirees, and other aspects of fixed income investing.
December 6, 2024

Managing Cash-Secured Puts for Income Strategies

Cash-secured puts may generate short-term income or enable purchase of desired stocks at a favorable price. Know what to do if the cash-secured put doesn't work out as planned.
December 5, 2024

Trading Near the Bells

What to know about the market's two most volatile trading hours.
November 26, 2024

Choosing Municipal Bonds: GO or Revenue?

You're interested in investing in municipal bonds, but which type—general obligation or revenue—is best for you? We break it down.
November 26, 2024

(Bonus) How Can Gratitude Improve Your Life?

Host Mark Riepe, joined by his team and past guests of 2024, explores the impact of gratitude on our long-term perspective through personal stories and academic research.
November 25, 2024

Breadth of Life: Post-Election Market Trends

Some post-election stock market excitement has receded, but the story of strong breadth—which predated the election—has not changed and continues to support the market for now.
November 25, 2024

What's Your Risk Capacity?

It's not how much risk you can stomach that counts—it's how much time you have left to save.
November 25, 2024

Uncertainty Around Future Policy

Uncertainty around future economic policies could translate to wait-and-see mode for many business leaders, the markets, and the Fed.
November 22, 2024

What Happens When Companies Report Earnings

Don't be in the dark during earnings season. Watch this video to understand what an earnings report can tell you about a company's financial condition.
November 21, 2024

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