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ETF Investing
by Tan Boon Tiong
Category: Personal Finance .Investing & Trading
Course length: 13 video lessons, 2h 4m
Audio: English Subtitle: English
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About Your Instructor
Tan Boon Tiong is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Certified Financial Risk Manager. The Hong Kong-based Singaporean investor and professional trader spent 20 years in one of the world's largest global banks before publishing his stock market investing book; which claimed the #1 new release spot on Amazon. Being an enthusiastic advocate of ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) as a reliable form of investing, his goal is to equip investors with the information, knowledge and tools necessary to achieve success in the stock market.
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Lesson Plan
Lesson 1: Meet Your Instructor
Meet Boon Tiong-professional trader, now full time investor who spent 20 years in some of the biggest and most reputable banks on both sides of the Atlantic. He'll provide an overview of what you need to become a winning investor.
Lesson 2: Navigating The Stock Market
History has proven that the stock market is riddled with uncertainties. But to invest successfully, Boon Tiong opens up about his investment philosophy-a simple solution where it's absolutely possible for regular people to make their money work for them
Lesson 3: Choosing the right ETF
There are many types of ETFs that you can invest in. But which is the right one for you? Boon Tiong highlights the key differentiating factors and discuss the needs, risk appetites, aspirations considerations, and concerns of the investor.
Lesson 4: Investing in the Index
Another term known as investing in the index, Broad Based ETFs are the most common type of ETF that many investors go for. Boon Tiong discuss the difference between each index and how they affect the US stock market directly.
Lesson 5: Sector & Industry ETFs
The economy as a whole is made up of various sectors and industries in which you can promote diversification in your portfolio and decrease risk. Discover fresh insights, access potential long term winners and learn how certain key sectors are affected by world events and market trends.
Lesson 6: Commodity ETFs
Whatever that glitters is not Gold-well in this case, it is! Boon Tiong draws on his experience to share valuable insights into the market that holds commodities such as Gold and Copper. He talks about your options as an investor; clearly describing the pros and cons of commodity ETF investing.
Lesson 7: High Dividend ETFs
Many investors are naturally drawn to companies that provide excellent returns. But is it really the case? In this lesson, Boon Tiong uncovers the myth of high dividend ETFs and lay down the guideline and conditions for investing in this ETF.
Lesson 8: Thematic ETFs
Investing in thematic ETFs may potentially reap higher rewards than the broad based ETF space. But is investing in the latest trend or megatrend the right way to go? Boon Tiong shares real case-studies and outlines his view, so you can make informed decisions before deciding to invest.
Lesson 9: Betting against the Market
According to Boon Tiong, stock investment is playing chess. You have to play defense and offense at the same time. So in this lesson, you will learn how to use Leverage & Inverse ETF to generate profits even when things are going against you. But be warned, this is not for the faint-hearted!
Lesson 10: Country ETFs
The world is a private investor's oyster thanks to a wide range of ETFs. But did you know that you can invest in a country-specific ETF? Are they an attractive option when it comes to diversifying your investment portfolio? Boon Tiong discuss the classification given to different countries and explains the pros and cons of investing in them.
Lesson 11: Making Your Move
Whether you are new to ETFs or looking to diversify your investment portfolio, Boon Tiong suggests practical tips and carefully explains how you can model his game plan-and in further justifying the choices on selecting which ETFs to invest in.
Lesson 12: Free Lunch in the Stock Market?
Yes, it may be hard to believe, but there is a free lunch in the stock market. It's not a trick; it's a treat shared in this lesson. Just don't expect Michelin-starred cuisine. The lunch is modest, but at least it's free.
Lesson 13: Psychology of Successful Investors
Despite a system as complicated as the stock market, Boon Tiong proves that there is a simple solution and offers great insight to being a successful investor. In fact, the opposite is true: he says "less is more."