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US Market Commentary

Cybersecurity Tips for Travelers

Devices can help keep you connected while traveling, but they're also susceptible to unique risks. Here's how to boost your cybersecurity when you're away from home.
May 21, 2026

Ready or Not, the Digital Stock Market Is Coming

Tokenization is often associated with cryptocurrency, but now Wall Street is looking to tokenize stocks. What do investors need to know about a digital stock market?
May 21, 2026

Tom Coyne: Writer

Tom Coyne discusses his latest book, A Course Called Home, and the real-life journey of helping save—and eventually co-owning—a historic Catskills golf course.
May 19, 2026

Markets Dismiss Oil Shock, Sub-Surface Struggles

Looking beneath the continued rally's surface, market breadth and options activity seem to forbode potential weakness. Meanwhile, oil-supply disruptions loom.
May 15, 2026

The Short Interest Monitor Explained

The Short Interest Monitor provides a snapshot of stocks with elevated and rising short interest to help traders gauge market sentiment and positioning.
May 13, 2026

Short Interest Monitor: ASTS, LYFT, RIOT

The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
May 13, 2026

What's Free Cash Flow and Why It Matters

Though investors often focus on revenue and earnings, a company's free cash flow has longer-term implications that can tell investors more about the health of a business.
May 12, 2026

2026 RMD Reference Guide

What's new with required minimum distributions? We cover the basics here.
May 12, 2026

Can AI Continue to Drive Emerging Market Stocks?

Emerging market stocks have rebounded to new highs following their correction at the onset of the Iran war. The recent rally has been concentrated around AI. Can this continue?
May 11, 2026

Inflation Monitor: Warsh Dismisses 'Rough Swag'

Kevin Warsh, the presumptive incoming chair of the Federal Reserve, states his preferred inflation gauges over the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index.
May 11, 2026

3 Ways to Borrow Against Your Assets

You may be able to use your investments or home to secure lending. Here's what to know before using your assets as collateral.
May 8, 2026

What Is the P/E Ratio? Why Investors Use It

The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio compares a company's stock price to its earnings per share. Learn how to use this valuation tool, and why it's best paired with other metrics.
May 6, 2026

First Quarter 2026 Earnings: Feelin' Alright

S&P 500 first quarter 2026 earnings are tracking at nearly 28% year-over-year, with rising profit margins suggesting the strong run could persist.
May 6, 2026

Weekly Digest: Powell Exits and Mag 7 Reports

A busy news week brought inflation numbers, predictable Fed inertia at Powell's final meeting, and a slight decline in market breadth.
May 1, 2026

Q1 Tech Earnings Preview: A Tale of Two Cities

Tech earnings roll on with Nvidia and AMD ahead. Soaring semiconductor stocks grapple with lofty expectations while software faces an uphill battle as investors gauge AI's impact.
April 30, 2026

What are Securities? Equity vs. Debt Investments

Equity securities and debt securities are common investment vehicles. Here's how securities work and how to use them in your portfolio.
April 29, 2026

How Can You Plan Beyond Next Year's Tax Bill?

Avoid letting short-term tax concerns drive long-term financial decisions. Learn how tax aversion, timing, and planning impact after-tax wealth over a lifetime.
April 27, 2026

Debt, Deficits & the Fed’s Next Move

Liz Ann Sonders and Collin Martin break down investor concerns around war, inflation, deficits, and the Federal Reserve.
April 24, 2026

The Illusion of Number One

Ranked lists are everywhere—top hospitals, best colleges, must-visit cities. Yet behind these rankings are hidden assumptions, and they don't always reflect what matters most to you.
April 20, 2026

SEC Approves Scrapping $25,000 Day Trader Minimum

Under the new rules, traders will no longer be required to maintain an account balance of $25,000 to engage in frequent margin day trading.
April 16, 2026

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