Isaac Lim, CMT, CFTe is the Chief Market Strategist at Moomoo Singapore, where he is responsible for providing daily market outlook, trading strategies and formulating strategic investing themes for clients from a global macro perspective.
He was previously Head of Equities and Indices (APAC) at BBSP Asia Pte Ltd, where he provided trading strategies and market research to leading financial buy-side firms and institutions. He currently serves as a ...

When deciding between a lump sum investment (investing all at once) and dollar-cost averaging (DCA, investing smaller amounts at regular intervals), several factors should be considered. Here’s a breakdown of key considerations:
1. Market Conditions and Timing
• Lump Sum: Historically, markets tend to rise over time. Investing a lump sum in a rising market has the advantage of maximizing growth potential right away. If mar...

This is a common question that comes up among investors. There is no right or wrong answer but for those who are not adept at timing the market or who have no time or energy to monitor the market everyday, I feel dollar cost averaging (DCA) is an easier and safer approach as it averages out the per unit cost over time. Putting aside a set amount of money for investment at regular intervals is analogous to a form of regular savings (albeit with a higher level of risk tha...

Hi, mooers!
Time has swiftly passed, bringing us to the final quarter of 2024.
When we reflect on the last few months, the standout theme has certainly been the interest rate cut. Which markets have thrived since the Fed's decision? How have your investments adapted to the decreasing interest rates, and what are your strategies moving forward?
Let's dive into your fellow mooers' investment strategies and earnings insights!
Most investors remain s...

On October 21, spot gold rose to a new historical high. The escalation of tensions in the Middle East and uncertainties surrounding the U.S. election have increased market demand for safe-haven assets. Several institutions predict that gold prices will continue to rise in the future, and gold, as a traditional safe-haven asset, has once again become a focal point for investors.
Why invest in gold
For some investors, investing i...

Global communication indices have outperformed broader global benchmarks this year, with Singapore telecommunications stocks standing out: Singtel and AIS TH SDR have surged by 33.84% and 48.68% respectively, while NetLink and StarHub have each risen by over 10%.
The telecommunications industry has been actively implementing and expanding strategic transformation plans in recent years, including Singtel28, StarHub's Dare+...

great time for a challenge

Last week, the U.S. ADP report and non-farm payroll data for August were released, indicating a slowdown in the labor market.
– Private employment: 99k (Actual), 145k (Expected);
– Non farm payrolls: 142k (Actual), 165k (Expected);
– Unemployment rate: 4.2% (2024/8) , 3.7% (2023/8).
Investor concerns about a potential recession in the U.S. have intensified, leading to a collective decline in the three major U.S. stock...