Daily Charts - Global Equities: best place to be in the coming years?
1.Global Equities: best place to be in the coming years?= Literally Anywhere other than the USA.Developed Markets ex-USEmerging MarketsFrontier MarketsAll boast higher expected returns...Image2.Reminder: there will always be a better investment...(and p.s. it works on the way down too)So what?1. Have a process to try find these2. Don't get too caught up in FOMO Image3.Aussie Stock/Bond Ratio-turning down-follows steep run-upSo where do you go? Stocks or bonds (and which stocks, which bonds)?ImageFor whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD 20,000 in trading limit with 0 commission. Trade SG, HK, US stocks as well as ETFs unlimitedly!Find out more here:Trade on a Cash Boost Account and enjoy up to 6 months of Commission-Free trading
$KepPacOakReitUSD(CMOU.SI)$$Prime US ReitUSD(OXMU.SI)$$ManulifeReit USD(BTOU.SI)$ Below is a comparison using the latest data from comparison tables on S-REITs Comparison page. The most favorable figures are marked in blue and given a +1 score, while the least favorable are in red with a -1 score. The highest score in each category determines the winner. Note that this is a simple comparison without weightage assigned to each figure. Image Generated by AIEASE Fundamental Overview, Related Parties Shareholding & Lease Profile: Debt Profile, Diversification Profile & Key Finan
Why Amazon (AMZN) Remains a Strong Long-Term Buy in 2025
As of April 14, 2025, Amazon (AMZN) stock closed at $182.12, reflecting a 1.49% decline in regular trading and a further 0.37% drop in after-hours trading. Despite recent pressures from new tariff policies and a lower-than-expected Q1 2025 guidance, Amazon continues to present a compelling case for long-term investors. With its dominant position in e-commerce, leadership in cloud computing through Amazon Web Services (AWS), and innovative strides in artificial intelligence (AI), Amazon is well-poised for sustained growth over the coming years. This article explores why AMZN remains a strong long-term buy, supported by its diversified business model, robust growth in AWS, and strategic investments in high-growth areas. A Diversified Business Model Built for Resilience Amazon’s business span
$NVIDIA(NVDA)$ 🔥🚨💣 NVDA Puts Pop Off, Smart Money Eyes $92 Strike Play 💣🚨🔥 $NVDA 92 puts expiring 25Apr25 are lighting up the options tape with a hefty 17,28K volume at a crisp $0.75 mark, down but far from out. With implied volatility still above 71%, this is no retail flutter, it’s a calculated position hunting weakness beneath the surface. Despite today’s modest 0.03% fade, $NVDA is skating just below the 50DMA, and momentum is crumbling. The MACD confirms the fadeout, with DIF: 0.0845 and MACD: -0.0774 now diverging ominously. That’s a bearish crossover that seasoned traders don’t ignore. This flow doesn’t whisper, it roars. The $92 puts are the biggest standout in this chain, with open interest swelling and a 33% markdown providing an asymmet
$NVIDIA(NVDA)$ was the 2nd stock that came to mind after about Trump’s latest U-turn performance on his 145% tariffs against China, his latest tit-for-tat drama against China for not falling in lined like the rest of the other countries, slapped with ranging tariffs. (see below) Think the old man has forgotten that he is dealing with the world’s second largest economies, awakened by US themselves back in 01 Jan 1979 by then President Jimmy Carter. Trump’s 2 steps forward & 3 steps back antics is wearing everyone down - from Wall Street to his party members to the Fed and finally investors. It is really time he reduces the nonsense and ill-conceived policy before he further damages what’s left of US reputation since re-taking office. On Mon, 14
In a twist of fate, US stocks climbed Fri, 11 Apr 2025 as Wall Street wrapped up a historically wild week. This as US big banks ‘officially’ kicked off Q1 2025 quarter earnings season, with positive earnings charming US market in the process (more of that later). By the time market called it a week: (see above) DJIA: +1.56% (+619.05 to 40,212.71). S&P 500: +1.81% (+95.31 to 5,363.36). Nasdaq: +2.06% (+337.14 to 16,724.46). Market Drivers. Below are some of the factors that helped to push US market to close on a ‘high’. (1) Bank Earnings Exceeded Expectations 2 of 5 major US financial institutions reported stronger-than-expected profits for Q1 2025, respectively. These results boosted confidence in Financial sector, with $JPMorgan Chase(JPM)$ sh
U.S. Government Confidentiality Concerns: Insider Trades Everywhere
$KraneShares CSI China Internet ETF(KWEB)$ The level of information leakage has reached absurd proportions.Over the weekend, news broke that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced a new tariff rule on April 11th (Eastern Time). This rule exempts categories such as automatic data processors, computers, communication devices, displays and modules, and semiconductors from the "reciprocal tariffs" imposed by the Trump administration.However, prior to the official announcement, on Friday, April 11th, unusual activity in KWEB options was observed. A massive order for 110,000 contracts of $KWEB 20250425 35.0 CALL$ was opened, with a total transaction value of over $5 mi
Maximizing Profit in a Tumultuous Market: Trading Tactics for the Savvy Investor
In today’s volatile market, investors are grappling with a combination of geopolitical risks, economic shifts, and market corrections that are shaping investment strategies. With recent market volatility, changes in trade policies, and significant corporate developments, it's crucial to take a measured approach when deciding whether to "buy the dip" or "sell the rally." In this blog post, we synthesize insights from recent analyses to help you navigate these uncertain times and refine your investment strategy. 1. The Market Pulse: Key Developments Citi’s Downgrade of U.S. Equities: A Shift in Market Sentiment In a notable move, Citigroup downgraded U.S. equities from "Overweight" to "Neutral" in early March 2025. This marked a significant shift, with the bank also upgrading Chinese stocks.
Can Apple’s AI Breakthrough in China Save Its Stock from the 2025 Slump?
$Apple( $Apple(AAPL)$ )$ $S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $NASDAQ(. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ )$ Apple’s stock is down 11% year-to-date (YTD) as of April 14, 2025, and investors are restless. But a glimmer of hope is on the horizon: Apple’s "Harnessing the Power of Apple Intelligence" developer event in Shanghai, set for March 25, 2025, could signal a major AI push into China. With whispers of a Chinese-tailored AI launch, could this be the spark to reignite iPhone sales and lift the stock from its slump? Will we get juicy details at the event? And at $220, is now the time to buy Apple stock? Let’s break it down with fresh data, a dash of speculation, and some hard-h
Hi Tigers~ The following are the most bought stocks by insiders in the past week.Data source: Bloomberg, data cutoff date: April 11, 2025.$Wynn(WYNN)$ YTD -15.05%$Delta Air Lines(DAL)$ YTD -32.43%$Texas Pacific Land(TPL)$ YTD 11.77%“Insider buys” usually means that company executives or major shareholders are confident in the company’s future development and believe that the current stock price is undervalued with potential for appreciation. This behavior may send a positive signal to the market and attract other investors.However, it’s important to note that insider buys do not guarantee an increase in stock prices. Investors should consider other factors as well.
Layoffs, Tariffs & caution - my investing muse (14Apr25)
My Investing Muse (14Apr25) Layoffs & Closure news The Lululemon store on the corner of 25th and Broadway in Uptown Oakland has quietly closed its doors for good. - SF Gate Meta, the Menlo Park-based tech giant behind Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram, is shutting three side-by-side buildings at its large office complex across the bay in Fremont. - SF Gate LL Flooring agreed to sell up to 219 stores and the company's Sandston, Va., distribution center to a subsidiary of private equity firm F9 Investments for a $1 million fixed amount, an inventory price of 57% of landed cost value of acquired inventory and assumed cure costs. - The Street ENERGY DEPT FLAGS 8,500 JOBS FOR POSSIBLE TERMINATION UNDER TRUMP’S FEDERAL WORKFORCE CUTS The U.S. Energy Department has identified over 8,500 “nones
Chinese premium tea chain $Chagee Holdings Limited(CHA)$ is going public in the U.S. on April 17, aiming for a valuation of up to $5.1 billion. The Shanghai-based brand plans to raise up to $411 million by offering 14.7 million American Depositary Shares (ADSs) at a price range of $26 to $28 per share.As China’s largest premium freshly made tea brand, Chagee operates 6,440 tea houses as of December 2024, up 83% year over year. Financial HighlightsRevenue (2022–2024): RMB 492M → RMB 4.64B → RMB 12.41BNet Profit (2022–2024): -RMB 90.72M → RMB 803M → RMB 2.52BChina’s freshly made tea market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8% from 2024–2028, reaching over RMB 426B (~$59B USD)How to participate?Leave a comment below with your thoughts on Chagee’s
Here's 10 Undervalued Tariff-proof Stocks on My Watchlist
Effective tariff rate is still above 20% despite the 90-day pause.This will increase inflation and reduce growth.Here's 10 undervalued tariff-proof stocks on my watchlist: 🧵1. $ASML Holding NV(ASML)$ 5-Year Revenue CAGR: 14%Return on Investment: 25%Forward P/E: 24ASML holds a monopoly on EUV lithography, essential for manufacturing advanced chips.Every new AI model and vertical agent boosts chip complexity, driving demand for ASML’s machines higher.With semiconductor equipment exempt from tariffs, ASML remains the ultimate pick-and-shovel play in AI compute growth.Image2. $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ 5-Year Revenue CAGR: 16%Return on Investment: 26%Forward P/E: 15TSMC has expanded its overall
In its report, JPMorgan noted that the time it takes for gold to break through the $1,000 round number each time has shortened exponentially:$1,000 (2008): 38 years2000 (2020): reduced to 12 years$3000 (March 2025): just under 5 yearsFollowing this pattern, $4,000 could take only a third of the time of the previous period (5 years), i.e. about 1.5-2 years, corresponding to mid-late 2026 .$SPDR Gold ETF (GLD)$ $S&P 500 (.SPX)$Key DriversCentral bank gold purchases and the dollar credit crisisGlobal central banks continue to increase their gold holdings at a rate of 80-109 tons per month (2022-2025 data), well above historical averages, and with IMF data showing the share of US dollar reserves falling to 57.4
XLV Elliott Wave : Double Reaction from Equal Legs Zone
Hello fellow traders. In this technical article we’re going to look at the Elliott Wave charts of XLV ETF published in members area of the website. As our members know, XLV is showing incomplete bearish sequences in the cycle from the 159.64 peak (August high). The price structure indicated further weakness, targeting 126.53-120.91. In the following text, we will provide a more detailed explanation of the Elliott Wave forecast. XLV Elliott Wave 1 Hour Chart 04.08.2025 The ETF calls for more weakness due to lower low sequences in the cycle from the 159.65 peak. XLV is targeting the 126.53–120.91 area. We anticipate a further drop as long as the pivot at 147.67 holds. The current view suggests XLV is giving us a 3-wave recovery (ABC in red), which could complete around
💰 The markets see an epic shake-up last week, revealing a period ripe for strategic maneuvering.💹 $Lockheed Martin(LMT)$/$Huntington Ingalls(HII)$/$AeroVironment(AVAV)$: Aerospace and defence sector outperformed gold.📣 Stay tuned, supercharge purchasing power through CashBoost!Not the only thing that shines.| Market recapThe global market faced significant volatility last week, comparable to the thrill of a free-fall ride. On a positive note, $S&P 500(.SPX)$ gained 5.7% and $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ rose by 7.3% throughout the week—looking quite impressive! Unfortunately, both indices
😀Hi Tigers,We invite you to take a closer look at the possible winners by EPS in the Q1 earnings season.In this post, we have highlighted the top 20 stocks by market capitalization with an estimated higher EPS ahead of their earnings in the period from April 14 to April 18.Why EPS Matters?Earnings per share(EPS), refers to the income per share brought to investors/shareholders in the open market.EPS is calculated as a company's profit divided by the outstanding shares of its common stock. The resulting number serves as an indicator of a company's profitability.Investors like companies with high profitability, and the market always rewards those earnings results that beat the estimates. Hope the following content helps you learn more about good companies.Weekly List of Stocks with Estimated
🎁Capturing Top 10 Ex_dividend: KEN, WSO, GHC, ABBV, PNC...
Which High Ex-dividend Stock (on 14 April ~ 18 April) do You Like the Most?Be Sure To Check Out the Last Chance to Buy the Top 10 High dividend stocks going to Ex-dividends This Week: many companies like $Kenon(KEN)$ and $AbbVie(ABBV)$ showing below are about to give decent dividends into "your pocket".Editor's notes:A dividend-paying stock ex-dividend date, or ex-date, is very important to investors. In a nutshell, if you buy a dividend stock before the ex-dividend date, then you will receive the next upcoming dividend payment.If you purchase the stock on or after the ex-dividend date, you will not receive the dividend. Some investors utilize strategies whereby they will purchase stocks just prior to an e