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Bond Insights

Buying a Muni Below Par? Reasons to Think Twice

Discounted municipal bonds could expose you to unexpected taxes. Here's what to know before you buy.

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Why Are Munis Attractive Right Now?

Tariffs change directions again, and Cooper Howard discusses the appeal of municipal bonds.

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Should the Fed Focus on Inflation or Unemployment?

Kathy Jones and Collin Martin break down the Fed's current predicament and what the future might hold for interest rates.

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Is Confidence Eroding in U.S. Investability? (With Dario Perkins)

Liz Ann Sonders and Dario Perkins of TS Lombard discuss the potential for a recession, the labor market, the Fed's next move, and more.

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Bond Insights

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.

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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.

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Weathering Market Volatility: Can Dividends Help?

Deane Antoniou joins Liz Ann Sonders for a discussion about long-term retirement strategies and dividend-paying stocks.

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Navigating the Markets: Tariffs and Trade

Schwab’s chief strategists share their perspectives on tariffs, trade, and the markets.

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Making Sense of Recent Market Volatility

After a turbulent few days in the market, what strategies should investors consider?