Investments

Discover a variety of investment options that best fit your financial goals, including stocks, bonds, and ETFs. 

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.

Consumer Takes Stage with Uber, Disney, McDonald's

Though Fed speakers later could shape thoughts on last week's troubling data, earnings dominated early as major consumer firms impressed. AMD fell, however, and could hurt tech.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

Benefits of Emerging Markets Diversification

Emerging market (EM) countries are often generalized as all the same and driven by commodity prices. The reality can be very different. Here's what you should know about EM stocks now.

Schwab's Market Perspective: On Firmer Ground?

The resilient job market has supported stock gains, but Washington policy has been a primary market driver so far this year.

Fixed Income: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to questions investors are asking about Treasury bonds, tax policy, credit quality, and other issues affecting fixed income investments.