Stocks
Keep up to date on issues impacting stock investments.
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.
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.
How and Why to Use Equity Risk Premium
The equity risk premium can help traders gauge market sentiment, measure stock market valuations, and compare the risk-reward trade-off in asset classes.
The S&P 600: An Often-Overlooked Small-Cap Index
Funds that track the S&P 600 can provide investors exposure to the growth potential of small-cap stocks, with a profitability screen to weed out struggling companies.
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?
Avoiding Trading Violations in Cash Accounts
Understand the stock settlement timeline and the difference between settled and unsettled cash.
The Four Stages of the Stock Market Cycle
Learn to identify the four stages of a stock market cycle: accumulation, markup, distribution, and markdown.
Will a Weak Dollar Enhance International Returns?
International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
Rising Dividend Yields: 3 Red Flags
A rising dividend yield isn't always a good sign. Investors should understand how share price affects dividend yield, as well as the signs that may indicate financial trouble.