To The Moon

Some Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) have recently joked that they wish President Trump would stop posting on weekends—not because they disagree with his views, but because some of his posts have become market-moving events that force them to work overtime. Hedge funds echo the same sentiment: under this administration, markets need to be watched minute by minute. A single tweet, comment, or offhand remark can trigger sharp movements across sectors—just like how his past announcements on tariffs would instantly shake the markets.

The level of volatility that stems from President Trump’s communication style has created a new normal in trading — one where resting feels like a risk. For institutional investors, this means deploying resources to monitor headlines 24/7. But for retail investors like myself, the question becomes: how much of this do I really need to follow in real time?

To be honest, I don’t actively track what President Trump says. Even though I’m aware that his statements can move markets significantly, I usually find out about them after most people already know. I have a life outside of trading and investing — I’m busy, and I simply don’t have the time to stay glued to every press release or social media post.

My main window into these developments comes through the Tiger Brokers app, particularly the “Topic Square” in the community section. Whenever something President Trump says has a clear market impact, it usually becomes a trending topic there, and that’s how I often find out that something big has happened. If I’m preparing to post content on a topic, I’ll take the time to read up on it properly — usually through official news sites.

I don’t usually read user posts in the community — unless it’s from Tiger Broker’s employees whom I follow in the app. Again, it’s a matter of time and priority. While I care about trading, I also have responsibilities and interests outside of the market. That means I have to pick my battles and be intentional about what I give my attention to.

That said, I completely understand the importance of staying informed. President Trump’s policy changes, interviews, or even spontaneous comments can move not just U.S. markets but global ones. For those who have the time to follow his updates closely, that information can be an advantage—it might help them make faster and more informed decisions. But that’s not always realistic for everyone.

Managing the Noise: Strategy Over Speed

The challenge for retail investors today isn’t just knowing what’s happening, but managing how much they try to keep up with. Constant updates and alerts can lead to fatigue, stress, and ultimately worse decision-making. Just because markets react fast doesn’t mean I always have to.

Being “late” isn’t always a disadvantage. Sometimes, it allows me to avoid knee-jerk reactions and focus on the bigger picture. When everyone’s panicking or chasing headlines, having a clear head and a solid plan can be a bigger edge than speed alone.

Final Thoughts: Don’t Just React—Choose When to Tune In

For me, I’ve learned to accept that I don’t need to catch every Trump update the moment it drops. When it matters to my trading decisions or when I’m posting content, I do the research and stay informed. But I don’t chase every headline, because I know that for my style of investing — and my lifestyle in general—it’s just not sustainable.