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Fed Holds Policy Rate Steady

The Fed held the federal funds rate steady but noted that the risks of inflation and potentially higher unemployment remained high.

June 18, 2025 Kathy Jones

Stocks Waver Ahead of Fed

Stocks inched higher as investors awaited the Fed decision with a wary eye on the Middle East. No rate move is seen but economic and rate projections could influence the market.

June 18, 2025

Trade War: Supply Chain Clues

What happens in global supply chains can provide insight into how tariffs and the trade war may affect economies around the world.

June 16, 2025

Perspective: Mid-Year Outlook

Tariff policy has clouded expectations for the second half of the year, but there are ways to navigate through the fog.

June 13, 2025

Washington: What to Watch Now

The Senate is continuing to work behind the scenes to develop its version of the "One Big Beautiful" tax and spending bill that passed the House by a single vote in May.

June 10, 2025

Market updates

Dan Sweeney

Looking to the Futures

Dan Sweeney
June 18, 2025

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson
June 13, 2025

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Intro to thinkorswim® Desktop

Welcome to thinkorswim®. In this video we'll provide a high-level tour of the most commonly used features of the thinkorswim trading platform.

August 28, 2023

Planning and retirement

Proactive Moves in Volatile Markets

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

Moves for a Bad Market

Certain moves could make more sense during a bad market than during a good one. Here are six.

April 11, 2025


Volatility in Retirement

Don’t have a cash reserve? Here are some ways to adjust your spending and withdrawals to help ease the burden on your portfolio.

April 07, 2025

Equity Awards in a Down Market

Some equity compensation plans have protections built in to help you weather market downturns. If you're concerned about market volatility, here are a few strategies to consider.

January 10, 2025

2025 Wealth Management Outlook

Stay on track in 2025 to reach your financial goals by anticipating tax changes, managing inflation concerns, and being aware of risk management costs.

December 16, 2024

2024 Taxes: 8 Things to Know

Get ready for Tax Day 2024 with these eight essential tips. Learn what taxes are, the tax brackets for 2024, and more.

November 05, 2024

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