Market Research

Learn about the basics of long-short equity investing, from its core concepts and the common strategies, as well as the benefits and risks involved.

What is market data? Learn about its definition, types, sources, and applications to leverage it for informed decision-making in trading and investment.

Have you ever heard someone say that a certain company is about to repurchase its treasury stock, prompting friends around you to shout: "Hurry and join the buyers! The stock is about to soar, and if you don’t get in now, when will you?" Have you ever wondered why they say that? What exactly is treasury stock, and how is it different from outstanding shares? Why would a company buy back its own stock?

In corporate governance and corporate operations, the proportion of shares held by directors and supervisors (Directors' Holdings) is considered an important indicator that not only reflects the confidence of the company's management in the future development of the company but may also affect investors' expectations of the company's future performance. In Taiwan, the level of Directors' Holdings has long been a focus of market participants' attention because it involves the adjustment of interests within the company, the distribution of control, and the trust of external investors. However, effectively interpreting and utilizing such information may be a significant challenge for the average investor. TEJ Taiwan Economic News will introduce Directors' Holdings in detail, explain their impact on a company, and how to find relevant shareholding information through various channels. This will help readers better understand the meaning of Directors' Holdings and use it as an important basis for corporate analyses.

Odd lot trading is all about buying and selling smaller amounts of stock that don’t add up to a full trading unit (usually 1,000 shares). So, instead of needing a lot of money to buy a full unit at once, you can start with a smaller amount of shares. This is super handy for anyone with a limited budget who still wants to get into stock investing!

ESG data is crucial for data-driven decisions, which is why we will focus on its benefits and provide a guide on how to collect ESG data for reports.

Alternative data refers to information from non-traditional sources. This article will explore its advantages and how it can optimize financial decisions.

Whether you're a seasoned expert in the stock market or a beginner just starting to invest, you might be curious about where many stock analysts get their "company information." Most of this data is obtained from the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) website and the Market Observation Post System (MOPS). This includes financial statements, the number of issued shares for listed companies, recent dividend distributions, and more. You can even receive real-time updates on significant announcements from listed companies. It's one of the must-visit websites for investors! As for why the Market Observation Post System exists and how to use its features and functions, let TEJ (Taiwan Economic Journal) explain it all to you!

Block Trade, a crucial element of the financial markets, refer to the buying and selling of securities in substantial single transactions. These trades, typically carried out by institutional or large investors, involve a multitude of stocks, bonds, or other financial instruments. Their staggering volume and value characterize them and are often conducted outside the open market to mitigate excessive impact on market prices. TEJ will guide you through this crucial aspect of the financial world.