Feb
17
Investing Pitfalls In the Year of Metal Tiger
February 17, 2010 | 2 Comments
Given that the tiger is a ferocious animal, this year is generally not good for risky ventures. To succeed in investing, we will need the traits of a tiger - courage, stealth and strength.
Dec
26
Don’t Be Suckered By Stock Market Rally In 2010
December 26, 2009 | 8 Comments
It bears remembering that the stock market is forward looking (about 6 months), so if you expect interest rate hikes in the later half of half of 2010, keep a close eye on the exit door when summer comes around.
Oct
20
Get Real On The Economic Recovery And Stock Market Rally
October 20, 2009 | 6 Comments
In view of the challenging times ahead, I believe the stock market is too optimistic with its valuations of 15-25 times earnings. Stocks have rallied aggressively since March. Most of them are trading above their 200-day moving average and with no sign of slowing down. In this kind of bullish environment, fundamental analysis seems really foolish. A monkey, with no baggge of knowing how bad things really are, could have made huge profits just by throwing darts in the dark.
Sep
2
Lessons of Financial Crisis Forgotten In Heady Speculation
September 2, 2009 | 3 Comments
It is a matter of time before we experience another major recession because the key lessons from this financial crisis were forgotten easily and people are back to their greedy speculative ways. But the next time round, the Federal Reserve may find its hands tied, with very few options available.
Aug
10
Don’t Bet On A V-shaped Economy Recovery
August 10, 2009 | 6 Comments
The better than expected US jobs data is likely to reinforce the view that the economy is stabilizing after a generational financial crisis. Some economists have even suggested that the economy will rebound strongly in the third quarter, with a surge in vehicle production. However, any fledging recovery could still be threatened by strong economic headwinds.

