Monthly Archives: May 2024
Is Warren Buffett lying about wealth and value investing?
Written on May 31, 2024 at 2:00 am, by luna
Famous for his principles in value investing, mainstream media regard Warren Buffett as one of the most successful investors of all time. Buffett runs Berkshire Hathaway (Symbol: BRKB), one of the favourite stocks for many investors in the world. But there is an alternative school of thought challenging that Warren Buffett’s principles are “old school,Continue Reading
Interest rate tug-of-war for central banks: Hawkish vs dovish
Written on May 30, 2024 at 6:42 am, by luna
Interest rates, interest rates. This seems to be everything everyone with any skin in today’s financial market ever cares about. With the whole world shifting uncomfortably in their seat whenever a rate hike review is due from the Federal Reserve, this almost obsessive focus on this seemingly arbitrary number feels a little crazy for theContinue Reading
Week ahead: PCE data to play integral role in Fed rate decisions
Written on May 27, 2024 at 2:28 am, by luna
The Dow Jones and S&P 500 both ended their multi-week winning streaks, a shift driven by economic data that came in hotter than expected. This unexpected resilience in the economy has prompted many to push back their expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, creating greater caution in interest rate-sensitive sectors. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq is setContinue Reading
Degen lifestyle of a forex trader: Living the dream or highway to hell?
Written on May 21, 2024 at 6:21 am, by luna
Flip, eat, sleep, repeat – such is the degen lifestyle of a forex trader. While majority of people are still debating about on-site jobs, hybrid work or full remote opportunities, degens traders are thriving on market volatility in attempt to tenfold or even hundredfold their small capital, living the dream lifestyle of many. Or atContinue Reading
Week Ahead: Flash PMI to reveal APAC economic health and growth trends
Written on May 20, 2024 at 3:16 am, by luna
The flash PMI data release slated this week in India, Japan, and Australia will be closely watched by investors and analysts. April’s data highlighted robust growth across these economies. India continued to grow at one of the strongest rates seen in the past 14 years. Australia’s expansion was running close to a two-year high, whileContinue Reading
In the EV boom, some traders like this Share CFD better than Tesla
Written on May 17, 2024 at 6:05 am, by luna
Tesla tends to dominate the headlines in the EV market, but Chinese EV brands could potentially seize the crown. After Tesla’s bumpy Q3 2023 earnings report, traders and investors are starting to scout around for alternatives in the EV market to park their money. Tesla expanded their revenue by a mere 9% YoY, while earningsContinue Reading
Why scalping may be a viable trading strategy for you this year
Written on May 14, 2024 at 7:27 am, by luna
Imagine this: You’re seated before a bank of screens, each flickering with real-time market data. Your hands poised above the keyboard, ready to make your move. This is the world of scalping in trading—a fast-paced, high-stress arena where fortunes can be made in the blink of an eye. Scalping isn’t just a trading strategy; it’sContinue Reading
VT Markets celebrates Maserati MSG Racing in Asia’s Formula E events
Written on May 13, 2024 at 5:54 am, by anna
Sydney, Australia, 13 May 2024 – Global multi-asset broker VT Markets recently attended in the Tokyo E Prix in March, where their partner, Formula E team Maserati MSG Racing, achieved a remarkable podium finish at Japan’s inaugural Formula E race event. Amidst the electrifying atmosphere, representatives from VT Markets joined enthusiastic spectators in cheering forContinue Reading
Week Ahead: April CPI expected to not reach target
Written on May 13, 2024 at 3:03 am, by luna
As we edge closer to the CPI release on May 15, 2024, market participants are aware of the potential for this data to influence the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate policies. This is especially crucial as it marks one of the key economic updates before the FOMC gathers on June 12. CPI release timing ScheduledContinue Reading
How the Federal Reserve can influence your next latte
Written on May 10, 2024 at 1:50 am, by luna
Interest rates matter more than you think. Learn how the Fed’s policies can affect commodity prices. Imagine starting your day with a warm, inviting latte. As you savor the rich aroma and creamy texture, you’re unwittingly experiencing the end result of complex global forces at play. But what exactly is in a cup of joe?Continue Reading
