This is a reminder for myself on the considerations in selecting stocks to invest in ...
I am not a trader, so carrying out technical analysis to decide when to buy and sell by the minute isn't my thing. That is perhaps best left to a full time professional. For a working professional, a value investing approach is probably more appropriate.
Business
Business that lasts, not a flavour of the year thing.
Has products/services that is consumed again and again.
A business that is difficult for competitors to come in is best, less competition.
[I'd rather buy a company that supplies detergent than one that sells washing machines.]
Management
Reliable management, in sync with shareholder interests.
A management that owns and buy even more of their own stocks.
Not overpaying themselves as board members/executives.
Above board business dealings.
[Give me an honest management any day. One that seeks to rewards ......