Max Koh

Max Koh

CBDC Journalist | FinTech Content Creator

Double degree in Finance & Journalism, ex-Reuters intern. Covers Asia-Pacific CBDC trials. Hosts indie podcast Currency Evolution. His From Shells to Bitcoin: Money History series is referenced in university economics courses.

Latest Articles

A Look Back at the NYSE's Biggest Closing Events
A Look Back at the NYSE's Biggest Closing Events
From WWI to 9/11, see the major events that forced the NYSE to close. Each shutdown froze the NYSE closing value, marking a pivotal moment in history.
What to See in NYC's Financial District A Visitor's Guide
What to See in NYC's Financial District A Visitor's Guide
Planning a trip to the NYSE in NYC? While you can't go inside, our guide shows you how to see the building's grand exterior and other top Financial District sights.
Creating a Real-Time Index to Track Your Stocks
Creating a Real-Time Index to Track Your Stocks
Build your own real time stock index to monitor your portfolio's health. This guide shows you how to select stocks and use free tools to track performance.
What Is After-Hours Fixed-Price Trading? Order Time, Closing Price Rules, and Odd-Lot Comparison
What Is After-Hours Fixed-Price Trading? Order Time, Closing Price Rules, and Odd-Lot Comparison
Learn how after-hours fixed-price trading works, including 14:00–14:30 orders, 14:30 matching, closing-price execution for board lots, and how it differs from odd-lot trading.
Expert Picks 10 US Share Prices to Buy for 2026
Expert Picks 10 US Share Prices to Buy for 2026
Looking for the best US share prices to buy for 2026? Our expert picks include 10 stocks like NVIDIA, Microsoft, and Eli Lilly, chosen for their AI leadership.
Lessons from China’s Bull Markets: Decoding the Next Opportunity Through Historical Data
Lessons from China’s Bull Markets: Decoding the Next Opportunity Through Historical Data
Want to seize the next China stock market bull run? This article reviews historical data, analyzes how policy, capital, and industry trends jointly trigger bull markets, and provides a practical framework for identifying bull market ignition signals to help you read market cycles and position early.
Stop Worrying About Fees! Ultimate Guide to Buying US Stocks: Sub-Brokerage vs Overseas Broker Comparison
Stop Worrying About Fees! Ultimate Guide to Buying US Stocks: Sub-Brokerage vs Overseas Broker Comparison
Want to know the cheapest way to buy US stocks? This comprehensive comparison covers the pros, cons, fees, and hidden costs of sub-brokerage (複委託) vs overseas brokers. Small investors should use sub-brokerage dollar-cost averaging; active traders save the most with overseas zero-commission brokers. One article to find your perfect channel!
Firstrade Account Opening and Funding Full Guide: 2026 Latest Promotions with Step-by-Step Illustrations
Firstrade Account Opening and Funding Full Guide: 2026 Latest Promotions with Step-by-Step Illustrations
Want to know how to buy US stocks? This article provides the latest Firstrade account opening and funding tutorial, including the 2026 wire transfer fee reimbursement promotion. From document preparation and online application to bank wire transfers, we offer complete illustrated steps so you can finish opening an account in 5 minutes and easily start your US stock investing journey.
Stop Relying Only on Dollar-Cost Averaging! The Winning Mindset Pros Use for Lump-Sum Investing in Taiwan Stocks
Stop Relying Only on Dollar-Cost Averaging! The Winning Mindset Pros Use for Lump-Sum Investing in Taiwan Stocks
Wondering whether to dollar-cost average or go all-in with a lump-sum investment in Taiwan stocks? Historical data shows that in long-term rising markets, lump-sum investing outperforms nearly 70% of the time. This article breaks down how experts overcome fear, master the winning lump-sum strategy, and offers hybrid approaches to help you make the best decision based on your situation.