George Leong's Article in Finance

239 Reverse-merger Stocks: A Game of Risk and Reward
Reverse-takeover stocks—especially those happening with Chinese stocks—are quite high risk, but they can also have great rewards.
Posted on Sep-08-2011

313 Low Consumer Confidence and the Spending Cycle
We all know that consumer spending accounts for about 70% of the gross domestic product (GDP) growth in this country. And when confidence is low, you also know consumers may be more hesitant to spend, holding back on any major purchases, such as homes, vehicles, furniture, appliances and travel, to list a few. This will impact spending and GDP growth and the ability of companies to expand their businesses and hire. This is George's concern; he feels that continued nervousness among consumers wil
Posted on Sep-01-2011

333 A European Recession: Will There Be One?
If you think we have it bad here, just take a glance at Europe, where investing in stocks has become a chore full of patient and sleepless nights. In Germany, the most significant country in the eurozone, the benchmark DAX is down over 25% since late July. Just in one month! Things do not look promising.
Posted on Aug-31-2011

290 Top Investment Strategy: Make Sure You Are Diversified..
George gives you the rundown on a top investment strategy, especially in a negative market environment: portfolio diversification.
Posted on Aug-30-2011

262 Global Economies: Why the Slowing’s a Red Flag
George takes a look at the global situation, especially the slowdown in growth and what it could mean.
Posted on Aug-29-2011

206 Stock Market Update: Upside Moves May Not Be Sustainable
It’s time to rejoice; stocks have gained for two straight days! Of course,we're kidding. The bounce has largely been due to technically oversold buying as traders try to determine whether gains are sustainable or if it is a “dead cat bounce” in a developing bear market.
Posted on Aug-26-2011

302 Apple Shines, But Is Research In Motion Dead?
Apple is shining in the smartphone and tablet market; Research In Motion...not so much. Is this the end for RIM?
Posted on Aug-24-2011

269 An Investment Strategy for When Markets Are Tanking
The market panic is rising, as there is more speculation of another recession in Europe and perhaps in the U.S. Stocks plummeted over four percent on Thursday morning.What investment strategy can you employ to generate some premium income? George tells you.
Posted on Aug-22-2011

273 Stock Market Update: Selling Capitulation in Place
Stocks plummeted over three percent at the open on Thursday, as the selling capitulation held despite several up days due largely to the oversold technical condition. George takes a look at the situation and gives you his personal investment guidance.
Posted on Aug-20-2011

285 Another Recession? Stagnant Growth May Drive Europe into One
Is Europe headed for a recession? A look at the economic woes overseas
Posted on Aug-19-2011

231 Reverse-merger Listings Decline; What’s an Investor to Do?
This year is turning out to be a disappointing year for investors in reverse-merger stocks. Why this is happening and whatyou as an investor should do.
Posted on Aug-18-2011

264 Fire Sale of Stocks Could Get Bigger.
The fear now is the occurrence of another recession in the U.S. and globally. Could the downgrades be enough to trigger another sell-off and financial collapse?
Posted on Aug-10-2011

259 Fire Sale of Stocks Could Get Bigger
The fear now is the occurrence of another recession in the U.S. and globally. Could the downgrades be enough to trigger another sell-off and financial collapse?
Posted on Aug-10-2011