GYC Insights
Articles on real-life financial issues written to educate and enlighten.
Our 'Market Forecast' for 2019
Expert market forecasters have an average accuracy of only 45%. Why do you still want to listen to them?
Why you need to keep calm in turbulent markets
Markets may seem scary right now, but there is no need to panic.
Investing, Like Life, Is Always Uncertain
Investing is inherently uncertain. As in life, you will never be able to know exactly what will happen, but that should not stop you from investing.
Winter is Coming
There are signs that the more than 30-year bond bull market is finally turning.
Is studying hard the key to investment success?
We are all familiar with the mantra that if we study hard, we will be able to do well. But is this also true for investing?
Doomsday warnings - what should you do?
The financial news is full of shocking pronouncements of doom. Should you be worried yet?
Investing in Property - Things to Consider
Before you jump on the investment property bandwagon, here are some questions you should ask yourself.
Bad news sells
Why doesn't the media run more good news? One view is that bad news sells. The danger comes when the emotions generated by bad news prompt investors to make changes to their portfolios.
How Do You Profit in a Trade War?
Politics and trade issues have entered financial headlines once more. But can anyone try to pre-empt and position themselves for what could happen in the market, in a way that would let them profit from those predictions before others do?
Peace Ahead, Good News for Markets?
Since the Singapore Summit ended, some market watchers and strategists have been predicting good times ahead. Others take a much more sceptical view. What should an investor do?
Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me
A philosopher once said that nothing is as difficult for people as not deceiving themselves. But while most self-delusions are relatively costless, those relating to investments come with a hefty price tag.
Key Questions for Every Investor
Wherever you are in your investing journey, at some point you’ll likely ask yourself some of the questions below. Listening to friends, family or the financial media is not the best way to get the right answers.
Should We Be Worried about the Market Sell-Off?
Just about every investor acknowledges the risk when investing in the market, but whenever bouts of volatility hit and headlines scream blood in the markets, logic flies out of the window and their flight or fight mode kicks in.
Know yourself, not your investments
In investing as in extreme sports, some self-awareness, preparation and practice can go a long way in keeping you safe.
Don't Get Cheated! Questions to Ask Your Financial Adviser
The news is filled with sad stories of people getting cheated out of their hard-earned cash. What steps can you take to ensure you won’t end up in the same mess?
Back to School - Funding Your Children's University Education
One of the more important plans that parents will need to make in their lifetime is on how best to prepare for their children’s future university expenses. What are some things to keep in mind?
War May Be Bad, But Not for Stocks
Recent rhetoric between US President Trump and North Korea made many investors jumpy. With the possibility of a localised conflict occurring, what would be the impact on investors?