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    • ZashZash
      ·05-12 02:05
      These are some of the things to consider Singapore banks are still doing well overall, but you can definitely see pressure starting to build from lower interest rates. The big thing this quarter was seeing which banks could rely on wealth management and fee income to make up for weaker net interest income. DBS probably looked the strongest overall. Their wealth management business stayed very strong, and they continue bringing in a lot of client money, which helped support earnings. OCBC also surprised a lot of people in a good way. Their wealth management fees and non-interest income were strong, so they handled the pressure pretty well too. UOB wasn’t weak, but compared to DBS and OCBC, it looked a bit slower this quarter. They’re still pushing to grow wealth management, but the results
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      ·05-12 02:00
      According to my research i guess The market is basically reacting to the idea that this partnership could be huge for both Intel and Apple. For Intel, this is more than just a deal — it’s proof that major companies might finally trust them again as a serious chip manufacturer. Investors have been waiting years for Intel to show they can compete again in advanced chip production, especially against companies like TSMC. If Apple is willing to work with them, that’s a big confidence boost. For Apple, it also makes sense strategically. Apple has relied heavily on TSMC for years, so partnering with Intel could help diversify their supply chain and reduce some geopolitical risk tied to Taiwan. Plus, the U.S. government has been pushing for more domestic chip manufacturing, so this fits into that
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      ·05-07
      According to research "Yeah, that whole “UOB and OCBC earnings: DBS set a high bar, can they follow?” narrative actually makes a lot of sense right now. DBS already came out and delivered solid results, so naturally the pressure shifts to United Overseas Bank and OCBC Bank. It’s basically the market saying, “Alright, DBS did its thing… now let’s see if you two can keep up.” The thing is, the environment right now isn’t as easy as it was before. Interest rates are starting to ease, which means banks aren’t making as much from lending margins. So even if UOB or OCBC post decent numbers, investors are looking deeper than just a “beat.” They want to see: * Can you handle shrinking margins? * Can you still grow without relying on high interest rates? * Do you have other strong areas like wealth
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      ·05-07
      According to research "Yeah, that whole “Microsoft beats but capex” thing is actually pretty accurate—and it fits what the market’s been doing lately. Basically, Microsoft can report strong earnings, beat expectations, everything looks solid… but then investors zoom in on how much money they’re spending. And right now, they’re spending a lot—mostly on AI, data centers, and expanding Azure. That’s where the hesitation comes in. It’s not that the business is weak—it’s more like: “Okay, you’re doing great… but why are you spending this much?” In today’s market, big tech is kind of in this race to dominate AI. So companies like Microsoft are pouring money into infrastructure now, betting that it’ll pay off big later. Some investors are cool with that long-term vision, others are more focused o
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    • ZashZash
      ·05-04
      Based on a research "The market is looking strong right now after the S&P 500 had a really good month, so I wouldn’t rush to sell everything just because of the “Sell in May” saying. That being said, after a big run-up, it wouldn’t be surprising to see some pullbacks or choppy days. A smart move would be to stay invested if you’re long term, but maybe take some profit on stocks that already ran too much. So my take is: don’t panic sell, but don’t get too greedy either. The trend still looks bullish, but it’s a good time to be careful and manage risk."
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      ·04-25
      According to research "Honestly, the Cybercab launching into production is a big moment—but it doesn’t automatically justify Tesla’s premium valuation. Right now, the market isn’t valuing Tesla like a car company. It’s pricing it like a future AI + robotaxi empire. The idea is: if Cybercab works at scale, Tesla could turn into something closer to a global transportation platform (like Uber, but fully autonomous and way more profitable). But here’s the reality… Production starting ≠ real success. Tesla still has to: * actually solve full self-driving at a high safety level * get approval from regulators (which is a huge hurdle, especially with no steering wheel) * scale this globally, not just in a few test cities * compete with companies already running robotaxis And that’s where things ge
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      ·04-25
      My take is AMD at $300 makes sense, especially with how much hype and money is moving into AI chips right now. But I don’t think AMD is “taking NVIDIA” yet. NVIDIA is still way ahead in AI, especially because their chips and software are already the standard. AMD is more like the strongest challenger right now. They can definitely steal some market share, especially if big companies want cheaper or alternative AI chips, but replacing NVIDIA is a whole different level. So to me, AMD can still run higher if their AI business keeps growing, but NVIDIA is still the king for now. AMD is catching up, not taking over.
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    • ZashZash
      ·03-13
      $Tiger Brokers(TIGR)$ base on research some principles overlap, but the core logic is different. Let’s break it down simply. 1. Making Money → Mostly Strategic Logic Money tends to follow systems and strategy. Things that help you make money: • Discipline • Delayed gratification • Risk management • Competition • Efficiency • Scaling systems Example: • If you invest consistently, build skills, and manage risk well → your wealth usually grows over time. It’s predictable and mechanical to a degree. Money rewards things like: • optimization • leverage • calculated moves You can almost treat it like a game or algorithm. 2. Managing Love → Emotional Logic Love doesn’t work like a system you can optimize. Things that matter more: • Emotional intelligence
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    • ZashZash
      ·03-04
      Yes — generally. • Softer inflation readings (like CPI or core PCE being lower than expected) signal that underlying price pressures are easing. Since the Fed’s mandate emphasizes inflation near its 2% target, cooler inflation data reduces the urgency to keep policy tight and supports the case for future rate cuts. • Markets typically respond by increasing the probability of rate cuts priced into futures when inflation surprises on the downside — because investors see less risk of inflation trending above target.  That said: • Central bankers don’t cut just because inflation slows — they also monitor employment, wage growth, and economic momentum. So even if inflation softens, the pathway to cuts isn’t automatic unless other conditions (like slower jobs or growth) align too.  Bottom line
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    • ZashZash
      ·03-04
      Base on the research "If you’re a long-term investor: • Bullish thesis: Nvidia remains central to AI infrastructure growth — vertical moves like photonics can deepen its moat and pay off over years. • Risk note: Requires patience; near-term stock moves can be volatile. If you’re a short-term trader: • Treat low price points with caution — the stock can swing with earnings, macro data, or exogenous events (like geopolitical news). Timing matters more here. If you’re super risk-averse: • Waiting for more earnings data/testing of near-term demand might be safer than jumping in immediately.
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