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US Market Commentary

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
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

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
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

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
WashingtonWise: A Podcast for Investors

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
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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
Invested in the Game

Ben Griffin: PGA Tour Player

Mason Reed speaks with PGA Tour breakout star Ben Griffin, who won the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge.
July 15, 2025

Comparing Index Options and Equity Options

Index options are typically used to hedge and speculate on broad swaths of the market, while single equity options track much narrower underlying assets. Both can have a place in a trader's toolkit.
July 15, 2025

Financial Considerations of Moving Abroad

More and more Americans are establishing second homes abroad. Here's how to prepare your finances before making the move.
July 14, 2025

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.
July 14, 2025
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

Debt, Deficits & One Big Beautiful Bill

Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss the latest tariff news and the implications of the recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill."
July 11, 2025
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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.
July 9, 2025
Invested in the Game

Sam Hahn: CEO, L.A.B. Golf

Sam Hahn shares how he built the popular golf equipment company L.A.B Golf, what it was like watching J.J. Spaun's final putt at the 2025 U.S. Open, and more.
July 1, 2025

Easy Money? Rate Cuts May Not Ease Borrowing Costs

Though some urge rate cuts, doing that won't necessarily reduce borrowing costs if the market doesn't agree with the timing. It could raise inflation fears, hurting Treasuries.
July 1, 2025

Energy: Global Excess or Shortage of Power?

Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.
June 30, 2025
On Investing with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders

The Markets Shrug at Geopolitics, for Now

Mike Townsend joins the show to discuss the news out of Washington, the evolving geopolitical landscape, and the market's reaction.
June 27, 2025

Breadth Check: Strength and Weakness Trend Tracker

Market breadth can help gauge strength or weakness. Methods include tracking the number of stocks trading above or below moving averages or making new highs or lows.
June 26, 2025

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