Short sellers may have a bad reputation, but betting against vulnerable stocks is a legitimate way to make money. Here's the right way to do it. Read More
Scott Chan moved from China to the U.S. with family at the age of ten. He passed the rigorous entrance exam and attended the merit-based Stuyvesant High School, widely held to be best public school in New York City. He earned undergraduate degrees from New York University followed by an MBA degree from the Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College.
Shortly thereafter Scott partnered with Dr. Stephen Leeb on numerous financial publications. Today, he serves as the lead analyst for Real World Investing and The Complete Investor.
Mr. Chan is an avid baseball fan and enjoys outdoor activities in his spare time. A multicultural person, he reads Chinese and speaks fluent Mandarin and Cantonese Chinese.
Analyst Articles
The bear call spread and the bear put spread are both ways to make money from a falling market while limiting your maximum potential loss. Read More
Supply and demand is a fairly simple concept. In this article, we show you how it could help unknown stocks go to whole new levels. Read More
A covered call is a conservative options trading strategy that generates income streams over time. Here's a step-by-step guide to how it works. Read More
When a large company attempts a hostile takeover of a smaller company, it can greatly benefit shareholders. We explain how. Read More
Mergers and acquisitions can confer a windfall if you buy into a company before it's taken over. Here are the signs of potential targets. Read More
For profitable options trading, you must understand the difference between "in the money" and "out of the money." We delve into the distinctions. Read More
Compounding is a powerful force in investing. When combined with the leverage of options, compounding can greatly amplify gains. Read More
Cloud computing has become a big part of our lives. And with ultra-fast 5G wireless on the way, it will likely become an even bigger part. Read More
In the investing world, utilities aren't sexy names. However, they offer stability and robust dividend income, despite pandemic-induced volatility. Read More