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The Singapore Stock Exchange (SG) has been in a downswing lately and has also seen some volatility. This doesn’t mean there is a lack of profitable opportunities for investors – it simply means that they need to understand how to anticipate and profit from stock volatility.
That entails gaining an understanding of what is driving prices, so that the investor has an insight into why a stock’s price is rising or falling.
Financial results always causes volatility
One of the key drivers of volatility in a company’s stock is when the company reports its financial results. Some companies report quarterly, others half-yearly or annually. Companies often have surprises in the reported figures – both on the upside and the downside.
All stock exchanges and internet forums generate a lot of discussions and speculations, so before the actual results are announced, prices often move sharply, in reaction to the latest rumour …
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That entails gaining an understanding of what is driving prices, so that the investor has an insight into why a stock’s price is rising or falling.
Financial results always causes volatility
One of the key drivers of volatility in a company’s stock is when the company reports its financial results. Some companies report quarterly, others half-yearly or annually. Companies often have surprises in the reported figures – both on the upside and the downside.
All stock exchanges and internet forums generate a lot of discussions and speculations, so before the actual results are announced, prices often move sharply, in reaction to the latest rumour …
Read the Full Article
