🌟🌟🌟The Grinch had his run this December, trying to steal our gains with talk of interest rates and geopolitical jitters.  But the market gods and Santa Claus himself have decided - It is time for the Santa Rally! This week the market opened with a palpable holiday cheer, spurred by good tidings from Micron $Micron Technology(MU)$  and a sense that the worst of 2025's volatility is behind us. So the big question on the trading desk: Do we enjoy the upward sleigh ride or is it time to cautiously cut positions and lock in gains? My 2025 Christmas Trading Plan: A Blend of Cheer and Caution  The classic "Santa Rally" is real.  Statistically the last 5 trading days of the year and the first 2 days of

🌟🌟🌟In a world reeling from a year of market whiplash, AI paradoxes and geopolitical jitters, one truth has become terrifyingly clear: the Digital frontier is under siege. This is where $iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF(IHAK)$ comes in - not just as an investment but as a tactical bet on the importance of Cybersecurity. The Unstoppable Force of Fear Markets are driven by greed and fear and right now, fear is building the strongest fundamental case in the world.  Cybercrime costs are expected to double in the coming years.  Every AI breakthrough, every digital payment and every piece of data stored in the cloud is a target.  Companies must spend on protection, making cybersecurity a non discretionary expense. IHAK taps into th

🌟🌟🌟I invest in $CapLand IntCom T(C38U.SI)$ because it is the largest SReit by market cap and it pays nice steady dividends with a yield of 4.4%.  CICT owns and manages a large diversified portfolio of 21 high quality properties in Singapore, spanning integrated developments, retail malls and office buildings.  It is my Singapore Anchor that balances my other high growth tech stocks. Go Long Go Strong Go CICT  🌈🌈🌈💰💰💰 @Tiger_comments  @Tiger_SG  @TigerStars  @TigerClub  

🌟🌟🌟The air is thick with tension as NVIDIA $NVIDIA(NVDA)$  the AI darling of the decade fights to reclaim its crown.  After a gut wrenching correction that saw the market momentarily turn its back on Nvidia, the question on every investor's mind this December: Is Nvidia a buy the dip miracle or a trap waiting to spring? Nvidia's Rebound Riding on Micron's Coattails The clouds began to part this week as $Micron Technology(MU)$  delivered a blowout earnings report that acted like a shot of adrenaline to the sector.  Nvidia, which had been languishing below key moving averages, caught a massive wave of sympathy bid. When the "mem

🌟🌟🌟Just when the bears thought they had $Oracle(ORCL)$  cornered, the script flipped.  After a brutal stretch where Oracle stumbled 10% on earnings and sat at a staggering 50% below its year todate high, the tide has finally turned.  Concerns over Oracle's debt levels and Credit Default Swap (CDS) pricing which had the market spooked, were overshadowed by a massive strategic win. With news that ByteDance and TikTok have signed binding agreements with a consortium including Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX, shares have surged 6% in after hours trading.  This isn't just a bounce.  It is a lifeline.  Significance for Oracle's Long Term Fundamentals  This agreement is a significant strategic

🌟🌟🌟What a rollercoaster 2025 has been!  It started with a bang - a gut wrenching dip in April due to Trump's Tariffs, only for US equities to perform the most spectacular rebound in history.  It wasn't just a Bull market.  It was a beast unleashed. The Global Carnage and the AI Paradox  We watched history unfold in real time as Gold finally breached the mythical USD 4,000 mark for the first time ever.  Meanwhile $NVIDIA(NVDA)$  became an unstoppable force, hitting an eye watering USD 5 trillion market cap.  But the year ended with a twist of irony: by December, capital appeared to be abandoning the very AI sector that fueled the rally.  It was a classic "buy the rumour, sell th

🌟🌟🌟While the rest of the world scrambles for overpriced flights to snowy chaos, my Christmas plan is simple: a staycation in beautiful Singapore.  Why fly when I am already in paradise?  This year the holiday spirit isn't found in a suitcase.  It is right here in my own backyard. Christmas is a family affair as we head to church in the morning. Then we head to my mother's house.  This is where the real work begins - eating the glorious spread she prepares!  It is a hilarious, loud and loving gathering of aunts, uncles and cousins. Then this is followed by exchanging gifts and more laughter. Beyond the gifts and gourmet food, Christmas for us is fundamentally about 2 things: Peace and Profound Gratitude. It is a time to pause, count our blessings and cherish the si

🌟🌟🌟Why Bank of Japan (BoJ) rate hike was a non event?  BoJ raised its policy rate to 0.75%, its highest since 1995. While the event was historically significant, the move was a non event for 3 reasons: 1.  It was fully priced in. Investors had already baked the quarter point hike into their plans with  overnight swap market showing a near 100% probability of the move before it happened. 2.  Governor Ueda's lack of  guidance into future rate hikes actually caused the yen to weaken further, dropping 1.3% to 157.53 yen per dollar. 3.  Real interest rates in Japan remain negative (at around -2.2%).  This means that BoJ is still supporting growth even as it "normalises". So it turns out that BoJ 's historic interest rate hike was about as scary as a kitten dr

🌟🌟🌟 Friday's financial showdown saw the biggest options expiration in history worth  USD 7.1 trillion which collided with a rare Bank of Japan rate hike. While traders braced for market chaos, the S&P 500 laughed in the face of the "pinning effect" and went full steam into a gamma fueled rally. The market completely shrugged off the BoJ's predictable move and the massive options overhang to close at 6,834.50, a robust gain of 0.88% for the day. The rally was fundamentally supported by a comeback in the AI trade.  $Micron Technology(MU)$ earlier blowout earnings and news that TikTok would sell its US operations to a venture including

🌟🌟🌟Friday December 19 2025 wasn't just any "Freaky Friday".  It was the largest options expiration history with a staggering USD 7.1 trillion value in options  set to expire. The "Quadruple Witching" hour was upon us and while everyone braced for a bloodbath, the market had other plans. The S&P500 did not just hold .  It thrived closing decisively above the 6,800 mark.  Here is how the bulls broke the spell: Understanding Pinning and Gamma Hedging  In the complex world of options trading , 2 concepts often dictate the market's behaviour on expiration day: What is Pinning?  This phenomenon describes how a stock or an index can get stuck at a specific strike price (like 6,800) as expiration approaches.  Market makers like the big banks, who have so

🌟🌟🌟What would I do with my first USD 1 million?  I am an Investment Guru at heart.  I live for the hunt, the charts, the conviction trades.  But let's be real - I still want the joy of splurging with family (because what is the point of wealth if you can't share it?) and the discipline of Savings (because even investment gurus need a safety net). So my first million? A slice goes to family fun - because memories compound faster than wealth. Another slice goes to the fortress of savings because bricks don't break in bear markets. And the lion's share? Straight into high conviction plays because fortune favours the bold and I am here for the ride. It is not just about the million.  It is about the meaning.  Wealth is a tool, not a trophy.  My first million woul

 🌟🌟🌟In a market dominated by algorithms and rapid news cycles, technical indicators are our essential compass.  Today we break down 4 critical trading principles that help separate fleeting noise from genuine signals, and apply them to the current turbulent market landscape, including the recent action in NVIDIA. The 4 Principles of Price Action and Momentum  1.  Minor Breakdown : A Fleeting Pullback Opportunity  Principle: A stock in a strong established long term uptrend experiences a brief drop below a very short term moving average (like the 5 day or 10 day MA).  It finds buyers quickly and resumes its upward path. Example: $Micron Technology(MU)$  earlier this week dipped toward

🌟🌟🌟Micron $Micron Technology(MU)$ is the market's unexpected hero as its surge this week has flipped the script from gloom to glory.  Micron is the spark that turned bearish doubt into bullish conviction. Micron did not just beat expectations, it shattered them.  With Q1 26 revenue at USD 13.64 billion vs USD 12.83 billion expected & EPS of USD 4.78 vs USD 3.95 forecasted, Micron proved that it is not just riding the AI wave.  It is steering it.  Its Q2 guidance of USD 18.7 billion far exceeded expectations, and sent shockwaves through Wall Street, igniting fresh optimism. Micron did not just deliver earnings, it delivered momentum, meaning and market magic.  In a week where doubt lingered, Micron became the standout p

🌟🌟🌟 $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ experienced a significant drop on Wednesday, closing down 4.6%.  This decline was primarily due to news regarding potential regulatory action in California and a broader rotation of investor capital away from high flying AI stocks . Will this affect the USD 500 target? The current situation highlights the tension between the revolutionary long term vision such as Robotaxi success and Tesla's short term execution and regulatory hurdles.  A confirmed breakout above USD 500 remains a strong possibility but only if the current technical support holds and the regulatory overhang is resolved. Tesla at USD 500 is a "Market Tooth Fairy" moment.  I want to believe that there is a gold coin under the pillow.  Ho

🌟🌟🌟If a company reports stellar earnings (fundamentals) but the stock creates a massive "Bearish Engulfing " candle (Technicals) what  do you do? A classic recent example is $NVIDIA(NVDA)$  in November this year.  This case highlights how short term technical signals can drive price action even when long term fundamentals remain exceptionally strong. Stellar Fundamentals  AI Dominance : $NVIDIA(NVDA)$  continues its reign as the undisputed leader in AI hardware with massive demand for its GPUs. Strong Growth: NVIDIA consistently reported blockbuster earnings , with revenue growth exceeding analyst expectations. Bullish