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US Market Commentary

Is a Business Development Company Worth the Risk?

Business development company (BDC) investments are known for their attractive yields—and their risks. Here's what to know about investing in BDCs.
August 7, 2025

Using S&P 500 Put Options 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 6, 2025

Bond Markets Reach 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 6, 2025

Getting Started with Equity Research Reports

Equity research reports can help investors assess a stock, but sometimes they're confusing or complicated. Learning how they work can help investors make more informed decisions.
August 5, 2025

Price Movement Indicator: Market Maker Move

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 5, 2025

What is a Roth IRA for Kids and How Does It Work?

Using some after-school and summer earnings to save for retirement could lighten the burden for teen investors later in life.
August 4, 2025

Trading in an Uncertain Market

When the market takes a turn, traders may want to go back to basics.
August 1, 2025

What Is the End Game for Tariffs?

Kevin Gordon joins Kathy Jones to discuss the latest economic indicators, including implications from the latest round of tariffs.
August 1, 2025

Is Delayed Tariff Pain About to Hit U.S. Markets?

Lately the markets and economy have shrugged off tariffs, but that may be changing as new trade deals increase tariffs and companies begin to pass those costs on to consumers.
July 31, 2025

Back-to-School Stocks for Your Portfolio

September means back-to-school time, which could mean shopping for your student and a portfolio of stock investments.
July 31, 2025

How to Hedge in a Volatile Market

Options hedging strategies allow investors to insure against market risk, although this protection comes at a cost. Find out how to hedge with options.
July 31, 2025

Crypto Futures: Solana, Ripple Now on thinkorswim

Solana and ripple futures and micro futures contracts are joining bitcoin and ether as tradable cryptocurrencies on the thinkorswim platform.
July 30, 2025

IPO Basics: What to Know Before Investing

If you're thinking about investing in IPOs, review these IPO basics and important considerations to find out how investing in IPOs works and important considerations before investing in them.

July 29, 2025

Tariffs: Is the Worst Behind or Ahead of Us?

Stocks are near record highs despite rising U.S. tariffs. Why have markets seemed to shrug off tariffs lately, and will it last?
July 28, 2025

Trends in the Credit Markets

Kathy Jones and Collin Martin explore leveraged loan market dynamics, recent issuance trends, and TIPS as an inflation hedge.
July 25, 2025

Meme Stocks Ride Again, But Caution Is the Word

This week's meme stock rallies brought memories of similar moves in 2021 and worries of a market top. While history may not repeat, anyone considering these stocks should be wary.
July 24, 2025

Good Times Bad Times: 2025's Leadership Shifts

The market's rebound from the April lows has had a speculative, risky leadership profile—but broader participation suggests the bull can keep running for now.
July 21, 2025

Parsing the Latest Inflation Numbers

Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders analyze the latest inflation data, stagnation in the housing market, and other economic trends.
July 18, 2025

Crypto Goes Mainstream: What Investors Should Know

Institutional adoption, greater regulatory clarity, and a growing awareness of blockchain technology’s potential are powering a shift in acceptance of digital assets. What’s next?
July 17, 2025

Bonds vs. Bond Funds: Which Is Right for You?

Not sure which to choose? Here are some things to consider about individual bonds vs. bond funds.
July 16, 2025

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