Investments

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

Fresh Record Highs Ahead of Fed, China, Mega Caps

Stocks rose again, led by surging shares of Nvidia, as the Fed decision and earnings from three mega caps loom. Perceived progress on a China trade deal lifted the chip market.

Round Lots Regulatory Changes

New regulations will impact how bid, ask, and last sizes display on Schwab platforms starting Nov. 3, 2025. The updates will take effect automatically—no client action is required.

Schwab’s Market Perspective: Dancing In the Dark

The stock and bond markets are taking the government shutdown—and lack of data releases—in stride, but how long the calm might last is an open question.

Investing Basics: What Are Stocks?

Start your investing journey by learning how stocks work, how to analyze them, and the benefits and risks involved with owning them.

5 Under-the-Radar Inflation Gauges

While the Consumer Price Index is closely followed, these five under-the-radar inflation gauges can provide more insight into inflation's trajectory.

The Delayed Impact of Tariffs

Why hasn't the broader global economy felt the full effect of tariffs on imports?

5 Major Cryptocurrencies: What to Know

With thousands of cryptocurrencies, it can be hard to know which might have value, let alone how they work. Here's what you need to know about five of the most-traded coins.

AI: Stairway to Heaven or Heartbreaker?

AI technology has the potential to profoundly improve industries and markets, but not without some risks—like valuation and profitability—that investors should be aware of.

Is the Chinese Stock Market Rally Sustainable?

Chinese equities have surged amid investor optimism about AI innovation and certain government initiatives, despite a slowdown in China's economy.

Will Fiscal Concerns Affect International Stocks?

Progress on reducing fiscal deficits has stalled in some large economies around the world. Should investors be worried?