The first half of 2022 is full of changes. The stock market swung wildly following the pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the Fed's interest hike and balance sheet reduction. On June 13, the S&P 500 index fell by 3.88% to 3,749.63, indicating US stocks entered a bear market.
Top Rising & Declining Sectors
The Biggest Gainer (2022 YTD): Thermal Coal
The thermal coal sector rose by 70% year-to-date, outperforming the market. The Russia-Ukraine conflict e...

Energy equities are experiencing strong selling pressure as crude prices drop
The oil market is currently going through one of the most turbulent periods since the infamous March 2020 collapse, as investors continue to grapple with recessionary fears. Oil prices have continued sliding in the wake of the central bank deciding to hike the interest rate by a record-high 75 basis points, with WTI futures for July settlement were quoted at $104.48/ba...

In Singapore, discussing our pay or salary information with our colleagues is still considered taboo.
Some of us cite fears of colleagues becoming jealous if we have higher pay, Or being disgruntled when we don’t make as much as our peers do.
Why Is Pay Transparency Such a Taboo?
Although it is perfectly okay to share about your pay legally, the general consensus is that there is a fear of resentment and awkwardness when one shares their ...

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