Investing & Trading
Some 5 years ago, President Donald Trump launched a trade war with China. The goal was to decouple the U.S. economy from China. In 2020, with the U.S. presidential election approaching, Trump again raised the idea of separating the American and Chinese economies. In both 2016 and 2020 campaigns, China became the easy punching bag […]
... written on Jun 02 2023The oil industry presents vast opportunities for traders who possess a deep understanding of market conditions and employ effective strategies. Let’s delve into important aspects of oil trading, including various types of this valuable resource, factors influencing prices, trading strategies, risk management rules, and examples of how to apply them. Types of Oil International […]
... written on May 30 2023Disgraced Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) reportedly has demanded 10 seats in the upcoming six state elections – Penang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu. Two of those seats are in Penang. Because there’s zero chance of winning any seats in PAS-controlled states Kedah, Kelantan and Terengganu, MCA are targeting Pakatan Harapan-controlled states. Penang […]
... written on May 26 2023You can only push someone so far for so long before he fights back. For the last couple of years, the U.S. has been aggressively trying to stop the rise of the red dragon – from trade war to tech war, and from blacklisting Chinese technology giant like Huawei to forcing South Korea, Japan, Taiwan […]
... written on May 22 2023Long before BYD – “Build Your Dream” – produced Seagull, the cheapest EV (electric vehicle) at just US$11,000 (£8,855; RM48,813), China has been churning out thousands of chemists and engineers to do research on future batteries. Deep in the country’s interior, Central South University produces graduates in advance technology, despite the perception that China was […]
... written on May 11 2023Biden’s game to cripple the Chinese semiconductor industry was simple – prevents China from getting the world’s most advanced chips. At the same time, he signed an executive order last August to boost the U.S. competitiveness with a whopping US$52.7 billion subsidy in semiconductor manufacturing and research. The goal was to kill China without killing […]
... written on May 09 2023Having learned from China, a country called India is making tonnes of easy money by buying crude oil from Russia before selling it to the EU. The fast learner has become Europe’s largest supplier of refined fuels, according to data from analytics firm Kpler. In March alone, India’s imports of crude oil from Russia touched […]
... written on May 01 2023Costing just US$11,000 (£8,855; RM48,813), BYD Auto Co has just unveiled the “Seagull” – the cheapest EV (electric vehicle) – at the Shanghai Motor Show. The Chinese automaker headquartered in Xi’an is known for its models based on sea-animals (Seal and Dolphin), Chinese imperial dynasties (Han, Tang, Yuan and Song) and warships (Frigate and Destroyer). […]
... written on Apr 24 2023Precious metals such as gold, silver, platinum and palladium provide protection from market volatility. They’re also an effective way to diversify portfolios and ensure portfolio stability. Investors can invest in precious metals directly or through mutual funds, ETFs, futures contracts and mining companies. Before you invest in precious metals make sure you understand what the […]
... written on Apr 23 2023Retirement is the time in your life when you no longer work full-time. This can be an ideal opportunity to travel, spend quality time with family and pursue hobbies. It’s also the perfect time to assess your financial situation. That means taking into account everything from mortgage and tax obligations, to how much income you […]
... written on Apr 23 2023
