Trading
Learn how to develop and implement a trading plan that consists of analyzing the markets, filtering for potential opportunities, assessing risks, executing trades, and evaluating results.
Using Bookmap on thinkorswim®
Bookmap is a charting application available on thinkorswim that offers visual insight into real-time market data. Traders can use it to better visualize supply, demand, and volume.
Charting Seasonality in thinkorswim® desktop
Identifying market or stock patterns can help inform trades. Here's how traders create seasonality charts with thinkorswim® desktop.
3 Strength Indicators for Assessing Stock Momentum
Deciding if a trend is forming—and how strong it might be—can make or break a trade. Here are three strength indicators technical traders use to assess a stock's momentum.
Data Decoder: Deciphering Messages in Key Reports
A host of data influences the market, including jobs and GDP. Learn how savvy investors decipher their meaning and what they watch for beneath the surface.
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.
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.
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.
3 Financial Statements to Measure a Company's Strength
When looking for trade opportunities, be sure to check the income statement, the consolidated balance sheet, and the statement of cash flows.
5 Types of Alerts on the thinkorswim® Platform
Schwab's thinkorswim® trading platform offers a wealth of alerts to help you keep tabs on your trades and the market. Here's how to use them as your virtual trading assistant.