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US Market Commentary
"Soft" Data Hits Hard: Why Does Sentiment Matter?
University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment is a so-called "soft" report, not reflecting "hard" data like GDP or CPI. It moved markets recently, so how much attention should investors pay?
April 30, 2025
Can You Be Proactive in Times of Market Volatility?
Market swings can shake any investor's confidence. Learn ways you can stay grounded, trust your financial plan, and take smart, long-term steps in uncertain times.
April 28, 2025
Why Is the U.S. Dollar Declining?
Historically the United States dollar strengthens when U.S. Treasury yields rise. But the reverse happened in April after the White House announced widespread tariffs.
April 28, 2025
Dominoes: Recessions' History Guide
Recession risk remains elevated, likely only receding with a fuller "pivot" in tariff-related uncertainty. While every recession is unique, history can provide a guide.
April 28, 2025
The State of Rates and the Bond Market During Uncertainty
Collin Martin and Kathy Jones dissect the current environment for different types of bonds and bond investors.
April 25, 2025
Introducing Invested in the Game
Schwab's newest podcast, Invested in the Game, features true stories of people who are driving the game of golf forward.
April 22, 2025
The Average True Range Indicator and Volatility
The Average True Range indicator can help traders analyze volatility, place stops and limits, and manage position size.
April 22, 2025
Obstacle Illusions: With Guests Daniella McCahey & Tom Gilovich
We're wired to interpret our challenges as bigger than our advantages, even if the reality is more balanced.
April 21, 2025
What is a Micro E-Mini Future?
Micro E-mini futures offer traders exposure to four leading U.S. stock indexes in bite-size contracts.
April 21, 2025
Weak Dollar Is No Silver Lining as Firms Face Tariffs
The U.S. dollar hit 3-year lows after tariff "liberation day," and a weak greenback often aids U.S. companies with big overseas sales. That may not happen now as the trade war simmers.
April 21, 2025
Weathering Market Volatility: Can Dividends Help?
Deane Antoniou joins Liz Ann Sonders for a discussion about long-term retirement strategies and dividend-paying stocks.
April 18, 2025
Bollinger Bands: What They Are and How to Use Them
Bollinger Bands® help you identify sharp, short-term price movements and potential entry and exit points.
April 15, 2025
Which Milestone Ages Factor Into Retirement Planning?
Retirement planning is tied to a series of milestone ages. Mark Riepe outlines which birthdays can shape decisions about your financial future.
April 14, 2025
Upside Down(side): Markets' Wild Rides
Markets have had a wild ride these past couple of weeks, alongside chaotic tariff-related news, with volatility (and its policy triggers) most elevated in the bond market.
April 14, 2025
6 Ways to Take Advantage of a Bad Market
Certain moves could make more sense during a bad market than during a good one. Here are six.
April 11, 2025
Tariff Two-Step: What to Watch as Earnings Begin
Earnings season begins with companies adjusting on the fly to tariffs. This could give investors insight into strategies firms are taking and how businesses might be affected.
April 10, 2025
Making Sense of Recent Market Volatility
After a turbulent few days in the market, what strategies should investors consider?
April 9, 2025
What Are Stock Market Circuit Breakers?
Stock market circuit breakers are temporary trading halts that kick in during periods of severe price decline to ensure that information is disseminated, and liquidity managed.
April 8, 2025
Bear Market: Now What?
Bear markets can pose a challenge to your financial goals. Here are seven tips for dealing with down markets.
April 7, 2025
The Reality Trap: With Guests Ken Adelman & Julia Minson
What if our biggest blind spot is thinking we don't have a blind spot?
April 7, 2025
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