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US Market Commentary

How to Effectively Read Federal Reserve Minutes

Learning to read the Fed minutes effectively can help traders understand the central bank's policy-making process, sentiment, and rate expectations, all of which can impact markets.
August 28, 2025

Saving for College: 529 College Savings Plans

The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.
August 28, 2025

Options Trading: Covered Call Strategy Basics

Understanding how this options strategy works could help traders potentially earn income from stocks they own, but it's not without risks. Take the time to learn what's involved.
August 27, 2025

When It Feels Like Everyone's Watching

It can feel like the whole world is watching you—and judging you—in those embarrassing moments. But are people paying as much attention to you as you think?
August 25, 2025

Nvidia Earnings Ahead with China, AI Spend in Focus

Nvidia, the biggest AI-chip firm, reports Wednesday. Watchlist items include the pathway toward resuming H20 chip sales in China, revenue guidance, and Blackwell growth.
August 25, 2025

Will a Weak Dollar Enhance International Returns?

International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
August 25, 2025

What's Happening in the Muni Bond Market?

Cooper Howard joins the show to discuss trends and opportunities in the muni bond market.
August 22, 2025

Money Due: Handling Credit Spread Assignment

Early assignment is a risk of trading credit spreads. What happens when a trader's notified money is due? Learn how to take an economical approach to managing an early assignment.
August 20, 2025

Health Care Sector Struggles as Pharma Tariffs Loom

U.S. health care stocks are having their worst year relative to the S&P 500 in years, and the next blow could be pharma tariffs. Still, some retail investors see opportunity.
August 20, 2025

What's Driving Women's Investing Trends?

Mark Riepe is joined by the head of Schwab's branch network, Jeannie Bidner, to discuss survey data about how women investors view themselves and what drives their decisions.
August 18, 2025

Inflation: The Heat Is On?

July inflation data emphasized that tariff-related price pressures are still with us, in addition to some heat in the services sector—making the road to Fed cuts a bit bumpier.
August 18, 2025

Q2 Retail Earnings Preview: Demand in Question

Major retailers preparing to report are still facing uncertainty around tariffs' impact on prices and shopper demand. Fresh worries arose after disappointing July jobs data.

August 18, 2025

The Risks of P2P Payment Apps

What are the risks of peer-to-peer payment apps? Here's what you should know to avoid potential pitfalls and scams.
August 15, 2025

3 Impostor Scams and How to Avoid Them

Scammers are always finding new ways to impersonate legitimate individuals or businesses. Here are three impostor scams to watch out for—and tips for keeping yourself safe.
August 15, 2025

Inflation Edges Up: Analyzing the Fed's Next Move

Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones break down the latest CPI data, consider a potential rate cut, and take a look at concentration in the stock market.
August 15, 2025

7 Basic thinkorswim® desktop Chart Drawing Tools

Understanding how to use thinkorswim® desktop's drawing tools can help traders identify trends and patterns. Here's an overview of seven commonly used chart drawing tools.
August 15, 2025

Practice Options Trading on the thinkorswim Platform

Stock traders may consider options as way to generate income or speculate on the market, but it takes practice to master the complexities. Learn how to get started risk-free.
August 14, 2025

Why Invest in International Stocks

Borders are for maps, not portfolios. Learn about the benefits of global investing and how to take action.
August 12, 2025

Europe's Economic Future: A Bright Spot?

While growth may slow in the near term, Europe's longer-term outlook appears to be improving.
August 11, 2025

How a Single Source of Information Can Seem Like Several

It must be great if everyone is talking about it, right? Learn how we overweight a single source of information when exposed to it through multiple channels.
August 11, 2025

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