Fed Holds Rates Steady Again: What the July 2026 FOMC Meeting Means for Your Portfolio
The Fed is expected to keep interest rates unchanged in July 2026. Learn what a prolonged rate pause could mean for investors and different asset classes.
Retail Investors Are Trading at Record Levels in 2026: What It Means for Your Portfolio
Retail investors are trading at record levels in 2026. Learn what's driving the trend and what long-term investors should keep in mind.
Top 25 Most Traded Stocks & ETFs by Investors at Firstrade in June
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.
Fed Holds Rates Steady in 2026: What a Higher-for-Longer Environment Means for Your Portfolio
The Fed kept rates unchanged in June 2026 but signaled that borrowing costs may stay elevated longer than expected. Understanding this higher‑for‑longer environment can help investors navigate cash, bonds, and long‑term planning.
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.