When the June CPI data was released one hour before the US market opened on 13 July 22 (Wednesday), I feared a huge selloff. So, I camped in front of my computer, logged on to my IBKR brokerage account and waited for the market to open, so that I can sell some covered call contracts … Continue reading Why I Am Optimistic After The 9.1% June CPI Results
Author: Jason Cai
[5 ~ 8 July 22 Trades] Deactivate Plan B, Activate Plan A & C
It was a good week for the US stock market as the major indexes rallied at the start of the second half of this trading year. Nasdaq was the best performer as it rose above 5% in the last 5 days. As the market turned bullish in this week, I changed my strategy to adjust … Continue reading [5 ~ 8 July 22 Trades] Deactivate Plan B, Activate Plan A & C
[June 22 Trading Review] Trades & Realised Profits For June 2022
The S&P 500 dropped a further 7% as higher-than-expected CPI (Consumer Price Index) again stroke fears of aggressive interest rate hikes by Federal Reserves, to bring inflation down. The market fell again as it absorbed the 75 basis point interest rate hike in June 2022, which would increase the likelihood of a recession. Due to … Continue reading [June 22 Trading Review] Trades & Realised Profits For June 2022
Car Rental Companies Review: Getgo Vs. BlueSG
Owning a car in Singapore can be an expensive dream for many people, including myself. Other than the cost of the vehicle, car owners have to fork out tens of thousands for the Certificate Of Entitlement (COE) that gives them the right to drive the car for 10 years. COE prices have hit an all-time … Continue reading Car Rental Companies Review: Getgo Vs. BlueSG
Here’s Why You Should Always Verify What Your Insurance Agent Told You
Most of us have this trusted insurance agent whom we met at a certain stage of our life. They double up as our financial planners who can help us grow our wealth through the different saving/ investment-linked plans offered by their companies. Despite keeping the leap of faith that these financial planners will have your … Continue reading Here’s Why You Should Always Verify What Your Insurance Agent Told You
Singapore Best Finance YouTubers (Updated On 27 June 2022)
Singapore is well known to be a financial hub but there are also quite a number of talented Finance YouTubers from Singapore. In this post, I would like to share some of my favourite YouTubers who are from Singapore and to showcase their awesome channels, where I have learned so much about financial education in … Continue reading Singapore Best Finance YouTubers (Updated On 27 June 2022)
Sasha Yashin: “Chicken Genius Is Wrong And He Is A Scammer”
Recently, a popular Russian financial YouTuber (74k subscribers) by the name Sasha Yanshin, made 2 videos attacking another popular YouTuber, Chicken Genius Singapore, accusing him of giving dangerous financial advice and being a scammer who tried to sell people get-rich-quick options courses. I think no matter which side we are on or who we think … Continue reading Sasha Yashin: “Chicken Genius Is Wrong And He Is A Scammer”
[21 June 22 Trades] Bought Meta, Alphabet & Tesla LEAPS PUT
The stock market rallied on 21 June 22 with Tesla leading the way. At one stage, its share price increased more than 12% but it eventually closed with a 9.35% increase. The tech stocks and tech stocks were among the best performers. Why I Bought More PUT Contracts (Alphabet, Meta & Tesla) I bought the … Continue reading [21 June 22 Trades] Bought Meta, Alphabet & Tesla LEAPS PUT
If You Are Feeling Depressed From Losing Lots Of Money In The Stock Market, Here’s An Article For You
After sharing the article about my 618k unrealised loss, some folks asked me, how can I sleep well and eat well, when I am losing this amount of money that can buy me a 4-room HDB flat in many estates in Singapore? So, in this article, I wish to share some perspectives on how I … Continue reading If You Are Feeling Depressed From Losing Lots Of Money In The Stock Market, Here’s An Article For You
[16 June 22 Trades] Bought Meta, Alphabet & Tesla LEAPS PUT
After the relief rally which happened on 15th June 22 when Federal Reserves announced a 75 basis point interest hike, the stock market plunged again on 16th June 22 as fears of a deeper recession engulfed investors. The S&P 500 fell by 3.25% to 3,666.77, its lowest level since Dec. 2020. It also erased gains … Continue reading [16 June 22 Trades] Bought Meta, Alphabet & Tesla LEAPS PUT