Last week felt like a relief rally, with the SPX and Nasdaq snapping their losing streak. But oil at $112 and rising gold prices tell me this isn’t a clean risk-on move—geopolitical risks are still driving part of the market. I’m seeing a split underneath the surface. Tech and AI names like $Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing(TSM)$ and $APPLIED DIGITAL CORP(APLD)$ remain strong, while consumer names like $Nike(NKE)$ show demand weakness. EVs are mixed too—$NIO Inc.(NIO)$ is strong, but $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ is still under pressure, which I’m watching closely. In Asia, the tone looks more defensive, with flows into banks, utilities, and commodities supporting indices like the $Straits Times Index(STI.SI)$. This week, I’m focused on inflation data and the FOMC minutes—because if inflation st

I love this idea of a “spring crossover”—it feels like stepping between two worlds at once. In the Chinese ink-style scene, I spotted three Easter elements that stood out immediately: a brightly colored Easter egg hidden among the muted tones, a fluffy bunny sitting near the willow branches, and a woven Easter basket that felt completely out of place in such a serene, traditional setting. Switching over to the Western garden scene, the contrast became just as fun to explore. I found three Qingming elements that didn’t quite belong: a delicate green qingtuan placed among the flowers, a traditional kite floating gently in the sky, and a set of joss paper offerings that felt more suited to quiet remembrance. Overall, this was a really refreshing challenge—I enjoyed how it blended calm reflec

Spring for me isn’t about doing something big—it’s about slowing down and being present. Most years, I don’t chase packed schedules or travel far. Instead, I just take it easy, spend time with my family, and enjoy the simple moments that we don’t always get during busy weeks. We might go for a casual walk, grab some good food, or just hang out at home talking about random things. There’s something about this season that makes everything feel a bit lighter—like it’s okay to pause, reset, and just enjoy each other’s company without any rush. No big plans, but it always feels meaningful. If there’s one “tradition” I stick to, it’s this: being around the people who matter. That’s my version of a spring reset—no pressure, no noise, just a calm and steady way to recharge before jumping back int

This Easter, my basket isn’t full of chocolates… it’s full of emotional damage 😅 🥚 Most dramatic stock: TSLA — one day I feel like a genius, next day I question my entire life strategy. The volatility is unreal. 🥚 Biggest letdown: SOFI — had high hopes for its growth story, but it just kept underdelivering. Every rally felt short-lived, and the patience is really being tested. 🥚 Best fake comeback: SOXL — every time it starts to run, I think “this is it”… then boom, back down again. 🥚 Still holding for no reason: TME — honestly, I don’t even know why I’m still holding. It’s just… there. Not exciting, not terrible, just stuck in limbo. 🥚 The stock that ruined my peace: UOB — this one really plays with my emotions. Looks stable, but somehow still manages to stress me out with its slow grind

The recent whiplash shows how fragile sentiment is right now. Just yesterday, I was watching the $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ rally on easing oil and strong moves in semis like $Intel(INTC)$ , SanDisk & $Micron Technology(MU)$ —only to see everything reverse as oil spiked again. To me, that confirms macro is back in control, with tech reacting more to oil and rates than fundamentals. I still see this as a valuation reset, not a structural breakdown. Memory fundamentals remain solid, with stable pricing and rising earnings expectations. That suggests we’re in a mid-cycle correction driven by multiple compression, not a late-cycle downturn where fundamentals deteriorate

When Warren Buffett says “this is nothing,” I actually agree. If you zoom out on the $S&P 500(.SPX)$ , this feels more like a sentiment reset than real capitulation. To me, a “big decline” means another 10–20% down, with genuine panic—forced selling, liquidity stress, and valuations finally breaking from fundamentals. We’re not there yet. If I were in his position, I’d still be waiting. Not because I’m bearish, but because opportunity cost matters. Deploying heavily for a 5–6% upside doesn’t make sense when true dislocations can offer much better risk-reward. I’d rather stay patient and keep dry powder for when quality assets are sold indiscriminately. As for my positioning, I’m still invested but selective. I continue to DCA into high-convi

Oil is back in focus after Donald Trump hinted at possible military escalation, pushing Brent crude back above $100. Oil stocks and ETFs reacted sharply, with names like Devon $Devon(DVN)$ and $ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Crude Oil(UCO)$ moving higher. My stock in focus today will be oil plays, as this setup favors short-term momentum. At the same time, storage and semiconductor names such as $Micron Technology(MU)$ and $Western Digital(WDC)$ pulled back, s

This rally in the $S&P 500(.SPX)$ and NASDAQ Composite Index looks strong, but I’m not convinced it’s a true bottom. It feels more driven by easing tensions than fundamentals, so I’d be cautious chasing. Volatility is still elevated, and any flare-up in geopolitics or hawkish signals from the Fed could quickly reverse gains. The bigger shift is in AI — stocks like $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ now need to prove real monetization, not just hype. I still trust NVIDIA the most near term given its

March felt like a regime shift — when the $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ , $S&P 500(.SPX)$ , and even Gold all sold off together, it showed liquidity was driving markets more than fundamentals. Oil and inflation fears quickly flipped expectations back to “higher for longer.” My Q1 performance was decent, but mainly driven by risk control. It was a reminder that diversification doesn’t always protect you in these environments. During the selloff, I stayed disciplined — trimmed some crowded AI exposure and held more cash, but didn’t panic. To me, this felt more like a positioning unwind than a true fundamental breakdown. Preserving capital mattered more than chasing short-term rebounds. For April, I don’t think th

March has been rough for the Singapore market, but the divergence stands out. While many sectors sold off, $AEM SGD(AWX.SI)$ , $ST Engineering(S63.SI)$ and $Keppel(BN4.SI)$ moved higher — showing the market is rotating into names with strong earnings visibility and structural themes. For me, AEM is the most interesting but also the most speculative. The AI/HPC shift and cash flow recovery are real positives, but the sharp rally already prices in a lot, so I’d be cautious chasing here. ST Engineering (S63.SI) and Keppel Corporation (BN4.SI) feel more stable. ST Engineering has strong order visibility but looks fully valued, while Keppel’s data center a

Today’s rebound in the KOSPI Index stands out, especially with export data confirming stronger demand. The rally led by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix reinforces my view that semiconductors remain the core driver of Korea’s market. I wouldn’t chase aggressively yet, but if geopolitical risks ease, I’d consider gradual exposure. Broad ETFs like $iShares MSCI South Korea ETF(EWY)$ or $Franklin FTSE South Korea ETF(FLKR)$ make more sense to me, while I’d

Today, my stock in focus is $Marvell Technology(MRVL)$ , following the $2 billion investment from $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ . This move goes beyond funding—it signals a deeper push to scale custom AI chips alongside Nvidia’s ecosystem. The market reaction, with MRVL up over 12%, shows rising confidence in its role within the AI infrastructure stack. What’s interesting is how Nvidia is evolving its strategy. As companies shift toward custom silicon, it’s staying central by integrating its CPUs, networking & interconnects with Marvell’s capab

My stock in focus today is $Micron Technology(MU)$ . The recent ~30% pullback looks more like panic than fundamentals breaking. Despite concerns around Google’s $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ TurboQuant, AI memory demand still appears strong, and efficiency gains may even expand total usage over time. What’s striking is the disconnect: record revenue, strong guidance, and HBM supply already booked, yet valuation has compressed to around 7x forward earnings. The market seems to be pricing in a slowdown that hasn’t shown up in the actual data. That said, risks remain—memory is cyclical, and heavy capex could backfire if demand softens. For now, I see this as a “watch closely” setup; if fundamentals hold, this drop in

This “Road to a Million Dollars” story resonates with me—the idea that investing is about building conviction, not just chasing returns. I’ve learned that if I don’t truly understand a company, it’s hard to stay through volatility. What stood out most is the willingness to concentrate when conviction is high. Real outperformance often comes from identifying asymmetric opportunities and leaning in, rather than over-diversifying too early. At the same time, I agree that markets like US equities now may be better suited for gradual accumulation given current valuations. The lesson on options also hits home. Strategies like sell puts and covered calls are useful, but only with proper understanding. Missing upside from premature call selling is a common mistake—so the key for me is simple: und

My stock in focus today is Sembcorp Industries Ltd $Sembcorp Ind(U96.SI)$ , following its latest board reshuffle. The appointment of Andreas Sohmen-Pao as Chairman-designate signals leadership continuity, succeeding Tow Heng Tan, who guided Sembcorp’s energy transition strategy. This move reinforces Sembcorp’s positioning in the energy transition space. Sohmen-Pao’s role at the Global Centre for Maritime Decarbonisation adds credibility on sustainability, while Steven Phan Swee Kim strengthens governance as incoming Audit Committee chair. Overall, I see this as a positive and stable transition. The key now is whether Sembcorp can convert strong leadership into consistent earnings growth and execute on its clean energy ambitions. In the near te

From my perspective, central bank accumulation strengthens the long-term case for gold. When institutions diversify reserves and reduce reliance on the dollar, it signals a structural shift. Even though Gold Spot Price has been volatile, I see it as macro-driven noise rather than a breakdown in its role as a hedge. That said, I’m not chasing here. With shifting rate expectations and rising geopolitical risks, gold is being pulled in different directions. I prefer to stay patient and look for dips or clearer confirmation before adding exposure. Preserving flexibility matters more than forcing entries in this environment. Overall, I still view gold as protection first, trade second. I’m maintaining some exposure but not overcommitting, and I’ll scale in more if volatility spikes or central

From my perspective, the $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ entering a correction reflects a shift in sentiment rather than broken fundamentals. Rising oil prices and geopolitical uncertainty are bringing inflation fears back, and the market is clearly moving from “buy the dip” to “sell the rally” in the short term. For the Mag 7 like $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ , I still believe in the long-term story, but technically they don’t look ready yet. I’m not rushing in—I prefer to scale slowly or wait for stabilization instead of catching a falling knife. I don’t think the market is fully bearish, just fragile. I’m keeping some cash while sticking to my strategy, and I’ll l

$Direxion Daily Semiconductors Bull 3x Shares(SOXL)$ I've been consistently dollar-cost averaging into Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares, and this recent correction hasn't changed that strategy—in fact, it reinforces it. The semiconductor sector sits at the core of the modern digital economy, powering everything from AI to cloud computing, and I see volatility as part of the journey rather than a reason to step aside. Instead of trying to time the bottom, I prefer to build exposure gradually when sentiment is weak and fear is elevated. This round of selling feels more macro-driven than fundamentally broken. Concerns around higher-for-longer interest rates, tighter liquidity, and geopolitical noise have pressured growth stocks broadl

Thursday’s selloff felt like a clear shift in market tone. The NASDAQ Composite Index dropping over 2% and the S&P 500 Index breaking below 6,500 tells me this isn’t just noise — it’s broad risk-off. With $Meta Platforms, Inc.(META)$ and $Alphabet(GOOGL)$ leading declines on legal concerns, plus Bitcoin losing momentum, sentiment is clearly fragile. What really caught my attention is ARK Invest aggressively trimming big tech like $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ and $Advanced Micro Devices(AMD)$ . To me, this looks less like panic selling and more like de-risking after a strong run, especially with valuations stretched and macro

Today my stock in focus is $Unity Software Inc.(U)$ , after a strong 12% after-hours surge driven by preliminary Q1 results beating expectations. Revenue is projected at $505–$508 million, well above guidance, with EBITDA also coming in significantly stronger—an encouraging sign after months of weakness. The key driver here is solid performance from the Unity Vector platform and a better-than-expected Create segment, pointing to improving fundamentals. At the same time, management is exiting non-core businesses like ironSource Ads and divesting Supersonic, signaling a sharper focus on profitability. With the stock still down heavily in recent months, this could be an early turnaround signal—but the real test is whether Unity can sustain this moment