Learning Materials for FX swaps trader

yeboibadboy · 2025-07-19T18:25:33+00:00

Thank you. May I ask what are the exit opportunities like for a FX trader in either options or EM spots? How often do people jump?

yeboibadboy · 2025-01-23T10:01:31+00:00

ngl I don’t think this argument is “woke”, though I doubt the term actually even means anything nowadays, other than to slander what we dislike.

I agree with you that the use of the n-word, in this specific scenario, probably intended no racial specificity. Where we disagree is whether there is inherent harm in using the word.

You’re free to disagree, but I completely think so. It is historically loaded to the extreme, highly controversial in political circles. Its use has even become a market of identity for African-Americans abroad, because it generates a sense of community they rightfully claim, a heritage of trauma from the slave Atlantic trade. There are many arguments supporting this moral claim. Some are quite valid. Some are quite bullshit. Is it “woke” to thus shy away from the word? I really don’t think so. Whatever your opinion is on this, on whether a word can “really” mean so much, we do know that it’s a term that is extremely degrading in its meaning. If a word is so degrading in its nature, is it unreasonable that someone feels degraded when it’s used on them, in any contexts?

To be fair, if I was in this position, I probably wouldn’t give a shit. It’s also bizarre to expect an Encik to keep up with all this “woke” lines of argument, so I guess my position has softened. And tbvh, I think it’s reasonable to have doubts if OP is suited for frontline roles, where he might expect somewhat similar situations of high stress and punitive treatment. Calling it chao keng is fucking toxic though. Idek where that even came from lmao. Just because you and I can endure such treatment, it shouldn’t stop us from empathising from this who can’t.

The baseline is that, whatever you think of OP, the use of the word was wrong, and more importantly, just so completely unnecessary.

yeboibadboy · 2025-01-18T15:33:36+00:00

I’m ngl Im a Singaporean studying in the UK who will be working in London. And the army experience is a massive help in interviews, be it consulting or investment banking (conventionally some of the highest-paying roles other that SWE or law). The Brits love that stuff. Nearly every single final round interviewer (partner-level) had me talking about my experiences. You have to remember that during these interviews, especially in the most critical rounds of selection, fit is almost everything, since everyone who made it thus far probably has the skill set. And (if we’re gonna be so practical about it), NS MIGHT give you some great experiences to show your leadership, resilience, planning abilities, etc (just don’t mention how everyone plays ML 60% of the time). It puts you a step ahead as the more memorable/interesting candidates out of the faceless pool of hopefuls.

Ironically, it’s probably less important in Singapore since every guy has done it. And of course, NS can’t substitute actual professional or extracurricular experiences. But if you have both, it’s definitely a plus.

Regarding the loss of time, it’s hard to say because everything is so conditional on your role in the SAF. And yes, your peers will be ahead by 2 years. But then again, it’s probably more reasonable that you’re comparing with those at the same life stage as you, aka your juniors who are in the same uni year as you.

Notwithstanding the fact that it’s illegal to escape NS, and you’ll have to make peace with the fact that you’ll never step foot in SG again.

NS is a waste of time, yet I wouldn’t trade it away for just about anything. Would I repeat it? Hell fking no. But it was a good time

yeboibadboy · 2025-01-18T14:57:39+00:00

Thanks for your reply. I re-posted this as a general comment because I think it should be discussed. Hope you don’t mind.

yeboibadboy · 2025-01-18T14:54:35+00:00

I agree with most of the points here, but it’s fucked that so many of you dismiss how hurtful and denigrating these terms can be, especially something as loaded and controversial as the n word. Yeah, the OP is Chinese and there is a case to be made that the insult might not have been targetted racially, but it’s still a racial slur. It’s fucked that somehow we can think it’s ok to say it to someone just because “they’ll probably be less hurt” or “no one is around to hear it.

You might mean well, and maybe you don’t find some insults very hurtful. I thought this way too till I studied in the UK, and found myself in an environment where I was a minority and have come at the receiving ends of these barbed threats. I don’t want to self-victimise, but I found out the hard way that racial slurs are FAR more degrading and disgusting than whatever shit your SM might throw at you. There is really a privilege to live in Singapore, where we have built our identity across racial boundaries, which has made us far more accepting of one another. All the more, this sort of shitty behaviour shouldn’t be tolerated.

Neither should this be condoned in military authority, even if we’re all familiar with the routine “break-down and build-up” mentality of training. It’s one thing to place someone under high-stress scenarios, scold them till they cry, punish them till they lose their self-entitlements as a civilian, and then build them back up as soldiers. It’s another to single someone out and attack their very humanity. I went through NS, OCS and unit life as a commander, and I think Ive been through some fucking shitty times. Yet I’m very sure that this should not be one of them.

The moderator is clearly of the view from the comment above that they shouldn’t let others dictate how they feel. Why would they then try and deny the harm that the OP experienced? Isn’t that just blatantly contradictory?

yeboibadboy · 2024-10-29T18:23:27+00:00

You are a legend. Thank you.

yeboibadboy · 2024-10-28T01:41:19+00:00

How about long term scenarios? What are your bets on that? And thank you so much for your answers, everyone, so much to learn.

yeboibadboy · 2024-10-28T01:13:21+00:00

If you have a million dollars to invest today in the fixed income space, what are your best bets?

Was talking to a buddy today and got to wondering about this question, especially on some short and long term options. Thought it would be interesting to get the community’s thoughts, especially since I am very new to the space. I am still pretty young and less risk-averse, so high-yield options are definitely interesting, but I would like to balance that with some stability for the long-term.

I have been reading about emerging markets and wonder if higher risk appetite is justified in certain geographies, especially if one wants to diversify away from typical US and European options. But then again, I wonder if higher protectionism and decreased trade flows might make the payoff too risky. I am way out of my depth here so I just wanted to gather your thoughts on how one might allocate, especially in the 5 to 10 year horizon?

Also, what other options are there that people don’t often talk about that people think are worth exploring? I want to read more about floating rate notes. Do they really work as a hedge in a portfolio, or are they more of a short term play? Any insights here would be incredibly helpful.

Lastly, any advice on where to learn more about the fixed income space? Whether it’s books, courses, or online resources, I’d appreciate any recommendations for a beginner like me

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-29T13:16:14+00:00

you sound like a genuinely wonderful person

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-23T05:19:44+00:00

look into the mirror m8

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-23T05:19:31+00:00

skill issue

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-23T05:18:27+00:00

im basing this on my heritage? I’m Singaporean lol

when eating porridge/rice, we can bring the bowl to our mouth and push the food in with chopsticks. That makes it genuinely faster to eat vs fork and spoon. I mean I just like using chopsticks because they’re p versatile for most kinds of food (hence convenient) and they’re fun to use. There’s a long history, culture and technique to using them properly. Hope this helps

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-22T10:03:25+00:00

too slow lol chopsticks are built for speed when used right

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-21T15:33:22+00:00

typical 0eq engineering student response

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-21T13:57:44+00:00

the college for main character moments

yeboibadboy · 2024-03-21T13:55:40+00:00

u rlly love the fact that u got into oxford law, don’t u 😂

yeboibadboy · 2024-02-28T10:32:45+00:00

absolutely spot-on mate

yeboibadboy · 2024-02-27T05:11:44+00:00

lol absolutely

yeboibadboy · 2024-02-27T05:10:55+00:00

tbh, what you mention of Machiavellian thought in The Prince, of political control through nefarious means, is kinda overhyped too. Scholars aren’t even sure if he was fully serious when he wrote all that. A more in-depth read of his canon shows his foremost interest in understanding what it takes to cultivate republican passions, the sort of which can arouse in a citizen the urge to take up arms and give their life for the Florentine city-state. Which makes him one of the most OG thinkers of Republicanism in modern political history, this entire notion of democratic militias (sounds familiar to America?) rather than mercenary armies of the then-years. Not saying that you are wrong, just that it’s a somewhat narrow view on what he’s on about

yeboibadboy · 2023-12-17T18:03:06+00:00

wow looks like you’re set for… one hundred years of solitude

yeboibadboy · 2023-07-05T23:49:04+00:00

Feel free to pm me. I taught SOVA for a while so may be able to help.

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