Entries by Spencer Li

Optimism Bias – Why Most People Think They Can Beat the Market

Most people have heard of “rose-tinted glasses” and know that those who wear them tend to view the world with undue optimism. Studies have shown that with respect to most positive traits, for example driving ability, good looks, sense of humour, physique, etc, most people tend to rate themselves as above average. Logically speaking, this […]

Exclusive Invitations – The Future of Derivatives Party 2012

Spencer LiSpencer is an avid globetrotter who achieved financial freedom in his 20s, while trading & teaching across 70+ countries. As a former professional trader in private equity and proprietary funds, he has over 15 years of market experience, and has been featured on more than 20 occasions in the media.

Straits Time Index (STI) – Testing Resistance | Technical Analysis | Stock Indices

Last week, the price action was clustered around the resistance level, forming a small pullback that may be interpreted as a flag. However, we have not seen a strong breakout or follow-through from the flag, which we should be looking out for this coming week. Given the strong close on the US front after the […]

Guest Speaker at Official Launch of CIMB Securities Youth Challenge 2012

This event is the official launch of the CIMB Securities Youth Challenge 2012, a grand culmination of the past few weeks of talks and workshops, which saw many renowned guest speakers sharing their experiences with over 1,700 participants of the challenge. Synapse Trading, in collaboration with CIMB, also sent their trainers down to provide talks […]

Guest Speaker at CIMB Securities Seminar – Introduction to Technical Analysis

Spencer LiSpencer is an avid globetrotter who achieved financial freedom in his 20s, while trading & teaching across 70+ countries. As a former professional trader in private equity and proprietary funds, he has over 15 years of market experience, and has been featured on more than 20 occasions in the media.