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As of Friday, September the 14th the markets are preparing to reopen Monday, September 17. The financial exchanges and brokerage firms, including Schwab, are conducting extensive system testing over the weekend to ensure smooth operation Monday.	 

Important Information: 
Financial market update and FAQs related to recent events <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=03989039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD>

Information on Order Types <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=0397I039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD>

Market Volatility <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=0398F039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD>

What to Expect on Monday 

As we have communicated earlier, there may be some short- term price volatility when the market opens. Accordingly, you may want to consider whether to use a limit order or a market order when placing a trade. (Click here <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=0397I039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD> for more information on order types). In addition, with potential strains on systems due to heavy volumes, you may experience operational or execution delays. (Click here <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=0398F039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD> for more information on market volatility). 

We are Here to Help 

All necessary steps have been taken to ensure the continued normal functioning of Schwab's systems and operations. We stand ready to assist you with questions, advice and servicing needs. You can call us at 1-800-435-4000 seven days a week, 24 hours a day, access our schwab.com <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=0397K039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD> website, or visit a Schwab office near you. 

As an industry and as a firm, we have successfully worked through challenging markets in the past and are here today helping to ensure your financial security and success, now and in the future. 

We will monitor the situation closely. We encourage you to check schwab.com <http://email.schwab.com/cgi-bin/gx.cgi/mcp?p=0397K039MI4CFd$012000mdtpjdtmD> and listen to news reports for up-to-the minute information. 


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