The stock market is finally moving at its full speed towards an epic bubble. The signs are obvious: extreme valuation, explosive price increases, and investor’s hysterical behaviors to chase returns. But the challenge for any investor is not to spot the bubble, but rather to avoid the pains associated with a bubble. There are two […]
What is SRS: All You Need to Know About Supplementary Retirement Scheme (Updated 2020)
Do you want to pay less income tax and save more for the future? If so, you should pay some attention to the Supplementary Retirement Scheme (a.k.a. SRS). Unlike the popular CPF retirement scheme, many people have not even heard of SRS. In this article, I will explain What is SRS and what are the […]
Hang Seng Tech ETF – Is It Worth Investing?
Should you invest in the stocks of China’s biggest technology companies? The answer is a definite yes to me. But how you invest in China is the tricky part, especially the technology sector. Many clients and readers asked me about Lion Global’s new ETF, Lion-OCBC Securities Hang Seng TECH ETF. Is this a good investment […]
The Great Value Rotation – Ivan’s Reflections in November 2020
Exactly one year ago, I titled “Income to Growth rotation” for my GMC Nov 2019 updates. True enough, growth stocks had a spectacular run in the past year, led by technology sectors. The market valuation is near dot com bubble level. Is it a time for a change now? In my last month’s update, I […]
Invitation to my new Telegram Channel
If you are following my blog and you are serious about financial freedom, I invite you to be among the first to join my new Telegram Channel – “FIRE with Ivan”. For the past 12 years, I have been using this blog and email to communicate with you. If you are still reading my blog […]
Gold Price Surging: Is It Too Late to Buy Gold Now?
The gold price has soared beyond the record of US $2,000 per ounce. The rally is so strong that it spilled over to the silver market. Silver rallied from $18 per ounce to $26 per ounce, a 44% rally in a month. Now the questions are, “How high can the price of gold and silver […]