Aug 4 The CIMB promo campaign that was introduced in July has been extended until August 31, 2023. July 3 CIMB’s previous promo, including the 12% Introductory Rate for new customers, has ended. But don’t worry, they have a new … Continue reading
Author Archives: Kuya Well
Poor Pinoy Investor US Stock Portfolio Update (August 2023)
July is officially over, so it’s time for another Portfolio Update. Portfolio Performance for July My portfolio is up by 2.83% for the month of July. This is 2.1% lower compared to the June performance but overall, a good increase … Continue reading
Portfolio Discussion: QQQ (Nasdaq-100 Index ETF)
One of the three ETFs that I’m currently holding is QQQ. And if you’re curious as to what it is and why I’m investing in it, read further. What is QQQ? QQQ is an ETF that mirrors the performance of … Continue reading
Latest Seabank Interest Rate Adjustment
Seabank just announced yesterday that they’re adjusting their interest rate from 5% per annum down to a 4.5% p.a. interest rate. What does this mean? Deposits/balances of up to 250K will earn a 4.5% per annum interest rate while balances … Continue reading
Poor Pinoy Investor US Stock Portfolio Update (July 2023)
It’s that time of the month again wherein your Poor Pinoy Investor reveals his current stock portfolio. This isn’t to brag, but rather to be transparent and remain true to the actual purpose of this blog: share investing experience that … Continue reading
Portfolio Discussion: VOO (Vanguard S&P 500 ETF)
I’ve talked about investing in the US stock market a lot. And in my previous posts, I’ve mentioned how the US stock market has an average annual return of 10%. The question is how should you invest to be able … Continue reading
BTID strategy: a Better Investment and Insurance Approach
In a previous post, I mentioned that I’m not a proponent of Variable Life Insurance (VUL). I am pro-insurance though for those who actually need it. You might ask: “If you don’t recommend VUL but advise breadwinners to invest and … Continue reading
Poor Pinoy Investor US Stock Portfolio Update (June 2023)
My US Stock portfolio for the month of May ended up in RED but the good thing is it’s just down by -0.52%. However, my portfolio is up by 7.67% between January to May. And if we add the first … Continue reading
Latest changes to Maya Savings’ Interest Rates (June 2023)
It’s the time of the month again when Maya announces the changes to the interest rates of their savings. What are the changes to Maya Savings’ interest rates? The base interest rate is now down to 3.5% per annum From … Continue reading
Dollar-Cost Averaging: Boring but Practical Approach to Investing
Let’s admit it, Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) or Peso-Cost Averaging (PCA) is boring. However, it’s the most straightforward and practical approach when investing. With this strategy, you don’t have to worry about the ups and downs of the market nor do … Continue reading