Tax-Loss Harvesting: A Mid-Year Guide for Investors in 2026
Tax-loss harvesting uses realized losses to offset gains in taxable accounts. Understanding the wash-sale rule, loss carryforwards, and midyear timing can help investors make more informed decisions.
What Rising Treasury Yields Mean for Everyday Investors in 2026
Treasury yields climbed sharply in 2026, influencing everything from cash yields to bond prices. Understanding how a higher yield curve affects portfolios can help investors make clearer decisions.
Why the Fed Held Rates Steady in 2026 —and What Sticky Inflation Means for Long-Term Investors
The Fed's 2026 interest rate decision keeps the federal funds rate at 3.50%–3.75% as sticky inflation returns. Here is what it means for long-term investors.
Top 25 Most Traded Stocks & ETFs by Investors at Firstrade in May
See which stocks and ETFs Firstrade investors traded most in March. This monthly snapshot highlights market themes, sector interest, and the trends shaping investor activity.
The Complete Guide to the PDT Rule Elimination: Everything Investors Need to Know on Day One
The PDT rule is officially gone, replaced by a real‑time intraday margin system. Understanding IML, IMD, and how buying power now updates is essential on day one.