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An Investor’s Guide to Feeder Funds

An Investor's Guide to Feeder Funds

In the intricate world of investment, feeder funds stand out. You may have heard of the ATRAM Global Dividend Feeder Fund or even the one from Sun Life. They offer a unique approach to pooling resources. But what exactly are they? Let’s dive deeper

What are Feeder Funds?

Feeder funds are investment vehicles. They gather capital from various investors. This capital then flows into a larger, central fund. This central entity is known as the master fund. The master fund is where the actual investment strategy unfolds.

The concept is simple. Investors place their money into the feeder fund. The feeder fund then channels these resources into the master fund. The master fund, managed by investment professionals, executes trades and investment decisions.

This structure is particularly popular among hedge funds. It allows for the aggregation of assets from different sources. This can include both U.S. and foreign investors. By pooling resources in this manner, feeder funds help in achieving economies of scale. This leads to reduced costs and increased efficiency.

Diving Deeper

The master-feeder setup is a symbiotic relationship. The feeder fund relies on the master fund’s expertise. In return, the master fund gains access to a wider pool of capital. This structure also provides tax benefits. It caters to the needs of diverse investor groups.

Investing in a feeder fund is akin to investing in the master fund. The performance and objectives of both are aligned. Profits are shared proportionally among investors in the feeder fund. This ensures that each investor benefits from the master fund’s success.

Things to Take Note

Feeder funds are not without their complexities. They often involve layers of fees. These can eat into the returns for investors. It’s crucial for potential investors to understand these costs. They must weigh them against the potential benefits.

The feeder fund structure also raises questions of transparency. Investors may not have direct insight into the master fund’s operations. This can be a concern for those who prefer a hands-on approach to their investments.

Why You Should Consider Feeder Funds

Despite these concerns, feeder funds remain a staple in the investment world. They offer a path for investors to access sophisticated strategies. These strategies might otherwise be out of reach.

For individual investors, they can be a gateway. They provide entry into high-level investment opportunities. However, it’s important to note that these funds are often reserved for accredited investors. These are individuals with significant income or net worth.

Last Remarks

Feeder funds play a pivotal role in modern finance. They offer a collective investment model. This model can lead to greater financial opportunities. Yet, they require careful consideration. Investors must assess the risks and rewards. They must also consider the costs and level of control they desire.

Feeder funds are a testament to the innovation in the financial sector. They reflect the evolving nature of investment strategies. As the market grows more complex, so do the mechanisms to navigate it. These funds offer a collaborative approach to investment. Feel free to check out the different feeder funds you can invest in here.

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Featured Trader of the Week: @smljoju

Congratulations to @smljoju for being the featured trader of the week! 

Sun Tzu once said that “Every battle is won or lost before it’s ever fought.” In the case of @smljoju, he believes that his trading plans curated with the help of Technical Analysis will help him win his battles. 

@smljoju has been sharing his thoughts consistently in the Investa community. @smljoju has been a member of the Investagrams community since Dec 2019 and has been very active recently. 

A couple of weeks ago, our featured trader posted his sequential technical analysis on $NIKL, a hot stock in the local market. $NIKL is recently retesting at 6-ish area and were bound for a break of trendline or a plunge from the resistance area.

As the stock recently reached bottomed at 4.88-ish (52-wk low). @smljoju charted its support, volume,  resistance, trendline, and RSI on the chart, bound for a breakout or retest in its trendline as he believes in its technical analysis. @smljoju felt an opportunity to have a good entry near the 52-wk low at 4.88ish area.

TECHNICALS OF THE TRADE

Technically, $NIKL bottomed at 4.88ish area in which it is the 52-wk low of $NIKL. Thus, the stock recently reached 6.01ish area and retesting at 6 area onwards. After breaking the resistance at the 5.65ish, NIKL volume surges along with its RSI. On the other hand, NIKL could retest in the next few weeks as the trendline will serve as resistance in the next few weeks. NIKL is showing strength in terms of volume as it continues to retest after trying to break out the trendline area. It came from a 52-wk low of 4.88ish before retesting and breaking the 5.65ish  resistance. There could be a retest in the next few weeks in NIKL whether a breakout or breakdown or consolidation. Technically speaking, the next resistance of NIKL is the 6.15 onwards to break the trendline. Furthermore, NIKL will retest whether it will surge more or be back at the bearish side or will consolidate in the next few weeks.

@smljoju was confident that this stock would retest its support and resistance. He also charted that RRHI will go up as he indicated in his TA the supports, resistances,trendline, Volume, and the RSI. He charted a good entry near the support and possible resistance. He is also observing the movement of NIKL. Further to that, he is planning his trades carefully. 

FUNDAMENTAL CATALYST

Nickel Asia is a mining company that focuses on the mining of nickel – owning and operating a total of 4 mines. As such, the stock is heavily affected by how nickel moves in the global market. After precious metals, including nickel, rallied in the commodities market, NIKL followed suit and broke out of its 20-day moving average. Furthermore, NIKL is considered to be part of the company that were bound for growth and revival of the economy. As this stock is focused on nickel mining (importing and exporting). It’s Earnings per shares (EPS) is around 0.53 as of 1Q 2022.

WHAT SHOULD BE MY NEXT MOVE

As the stock is consolidating and bound for a retest in the next few weeks, it would be wiser to observe and wait for what $NIKL might do next before jumping in. This stock is wise for growth pick  since the mining industry could be a backbone to revive the economy as per the government of the Philippines. The demand from consumers globally is continually growing. However, it’s best to wait for a consolidation, pullback, or a good entry near its support for a better risk-to-reward ratio. It would also be advisable to trade lightly and in tranches given that we’re not yet out of the woods.

Once again, KUDOS to @smljoju for being this week’s featured trader! Enjoy your 14-day InvestaPrime Access and continue to be an inspiration to the trading community.

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Featured Trader of the Week: @CharlesRN

Congratulations to @CharlesRN for being the featured trader of the week! 

Sami Abusad once stated “Are you willing to lose money on a trade? If not, then don’t take it. You can only win if you’re not afraid to lose. And you can only do that if you truly accept the risks in front of you.” In the case of @CharlesRN, he believes that in the long-term value of his picks, and patience played a vital role for his trades.

@CharlesRN has been sharing his thoughts consistently in the Investa community. @CharlesRN has been a member of the Investagrams community since Sep 2017 and has been very active recently. 

A couple of weeks ago, our featured trader posted his technical analysis on $RRHI, a hot stock in the local market. $RRHI recently broke its resistance at the 50-51 area.

As the stock recently reached a 52-wk low last June 24. @CharlesRN charted its support, volume,  resistance,  MA, and RSI on the chart, bound for a breakout in its trendline as he believes in its technical analysis. @CharlesRN felt an opportunity to have a good entry near the support and HOLD for a while.

TECHNICALS OF THE TRADE

Technically, the $RRHI broke its trendline at 50-51 area. Thus, the stock recently reached 57ish area and retesting at support in 53ish area. After breaking out at the 50-51 level, RRHI’s volume surges along with its RSI. On the other hand, others are falling and consolidating. RRHI is showing strength in terms of volume as it continues to retest after breaking out the trendline area. It came from a 52-wk low of 45.95ish before surging and breaking the 50-51 trendline area and resistance. There could be a retest in the next few weeks in RRHI for this stock to retest its resistance and support. Technically speaking next resistance of RRHI  is the 58 levels onwards. Furthermore, RRHI will retest whether it will surge more or be back at the bearish side.

@CharlesRN was confident that this stock would retest its support and resistance. He also charted that RRHI will go up as he indicated in his TA the supports, resistances, MA, Volume, and the RSI. He charted a good entry near the support and possible resistance. He is also observing the movement of RRHI. Further to that, he is planning his trades carefully. 

FUNDAMENTAL CATALYST

RRHI takes the spotlight in the local stock market, and recently broke its downtrend line at 50-51 area. Robinsons Retail Holdings Incorporated is a retailing company engaged in supermarkets, department stores, convenience stores, drug stores, appliances and electronics, beauty, mass merchandise, and e-commerce. RRHI are founded and led by the Gokongwei Group. A prominent family and billionaires engaged in almost all of the industries in the Philippines and Internationally. Furthermore, $RRHI has been a trend recently, and the volume from the locals and foreigners is increasing. In addition, $RRHI recently has a buy-back program. It is still unknown whether $RRHI will rise further or fall back down. Thus, it is best to observe $RRHI and plan a good entry. In addition, the Philippine Economy is expected to keep on growing moving forward as the Philippine Government has announced there will be no more lockdowns.

WHAT SHOULD BE MY NEXT MOVE

As the stock recently breakout from the 50-51ish area, it would be wiser to observe and wait for what $RRHI might do next before jumping in. This stock is wise for long-term holding since the services industry could be a top industry pick. The demand from consumers is continually growing. However, it’s best to wait for a consolidation, pullback, or a good entry near its support for a better risk-to-reward ratio. It would also be advisable to trade lightly and in tranches given that we’re not yet out of the woods.

Once again, KUDOS to @CharlesRN for being this week’s featured trader!

To show our appreciation, you will be given a 14-day InvestaPrime Access which will be granted to you by the end of the month and you will be advised by our Customer Service Team once it’s ready in your account. We hope this inspires you to continue to be an inspiration to the trading community!

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Featured Trader of the Week: @RomeTroy

Congratulations to @rometroy for being the featured trader of the week! Warren Buffet once said “Invest in companies you believe in.” In the case of @rometroy, he believes that his stock picks are not for short-term trading but a long-term HOLDING that will be profitable in the long run. 

@rometroy has been sharing his thoughts to the Investa community ever since 2015! He’s also a popular trader in the community as he has over 4000 followers.

A week ago, our featured trader posted his analysis on $SSP, a hot stock in the local market. $SSP recently reached a 52-wk high at 1.56 and closed at 1.5 on July 20, 2022!

As the stock recently surged through a reversal trend, @rometroy charted its support, resistance,  MA, EMA, and RSI on the chart, bound for a breakout as he believes in its fundamentals. @rometroy felt an opportunity to have a good entry near the support and HOLD for a while.

TECHNICALS OF THE TRADE

Technically, the $SSP reached a 52-wk high recently at 1.56 and is bound for consolidation or breakdown. After breaking out at the 1.18 level, SSP’s volume surges along with its RSI. The MA crosses the long-term length of 200. On the other hand, others are falling and consolidating. SSP is showing strength in terms of volume as it continues to consolidate after breaking out at 1.18ish. It came from a 52-wk low at the 0.92 area before surging and breaking the 1.18ish area. There could be a retest in the next few weeks in SSP. Technically speaking next resistance of SSP could face is the 1.6 level onwards. Furthermore, SSP will retest whether it will surge more or will be back being more bearish.

@rometroy was confident that prices would go up as he indicated in his chart the supports, resistances, MA, EMA, and the RSI. He charted a good entry near the support and possible resistance. He will also hold the SSP for awhile while planning for a take-profit price and his trades. 

FUNDAMENTAL CATALYST

SSP takes the spotlight in the local stock market, reaching a 52-wk high of 1.56 and closing at 1.5 on July 20, 2022! SFA Semicon Philippines Corporation is a semiconductor company that supplies Samsung Korea. SSPs are engaged in the assembly and test of memory chips and devices for computers, laptops, and servers, as well as micro SD cards for mobile phones. 

Furthermore, $SSP has been a trend recently, and the volume from the locals and foreigners is increasing. In addition, $SSP recently has a buy-back program which could be an indicator for a BUY SIGNAL. It is still unknown whether $SSP will push further or be back on track on the bearish side. Thus, it is best to observe $SSP and plan a good entry. In addition to that, semiconductors are facing higher demand. Thus, in terms of global, semiconductor chips are having shortages. Further to that, it is best to consider the market sentiment. In addition, consider the technical indicators and the financial statements as they are vital parts of the stock.

WHAT SHOULD BE MY NEXT MOVE

As the stock recently breakout from the 1.18ish area, it would be wiser to observe and wait for what $SSP might do next before riding in. In addition, this stock is wise for long-term holding since semiconductor stocks are increasing yearly. The demand from consumers is continuously surging in terms of data. However, it is still unsure whether $SSP will continue to go up, so it’s best to wait for a consolidation, pullback, or a good entry near its support for a better risk-to-reward trade. In addition, it is best to have alternative stock picks that are more profitable and good to trade alternatives like bottom picking stocks or stocks that could surge due to global demand or sectors that could be more profitable.  Furthermore, it would be advisable to trade lightly and in tranches.

Once again, KUDOS to @rometroy for being this week’s featured trader! Enjoy your 14-day InvestaPrime Access and continue to be an inspiration to the trading community.

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Featured Trader of the Week: @blitzkrieg08

Let’s give a round of applause to @blitzkrieg08 for being this week’s Featured Trader! 

@blitzkrieg08 has been a member of the Investagrams community since July 2018 and has been active recently. He is always sharing his thoughts and his trades.

A week ago, our featured trader posted his technical analysis on $FCG, a hot stock in the local market. $FCG recently breakout at the 0.6 level and is now at 0.65ish!

As the stock is on an uptrend, @blitzkrieg08 charted its support, resistance,  MA, Ichimoku Cloud, and RSI on the chart, bound for a breakout or breakdown. @blitzkrieg08 felt an opportunity to have a good entry near the support and sell around the resistance.

TECHNICALS OF THE TRADE

Technically speaking, $FCG recently broke its minor resistance at the 0.6 level and is bound for a consolidation, breakout, or breakdown. After breaking out at the 0.6 ish, FCG’s volume surges along with its RSI. While others are falling, $FCG is showing strength in terms of volume as it continues to consolidate after breaking out at 0.6ish. It came from a breakout at the 0.6 area before surging and trying to break the 0.67ish area onwards. There could be a retest in the next few weeks as FCG and PSE stocks are affected due to global events. Technically speaking next resistance FCG could face is the 0.7 level onwards. Furthermore, FCG will retest whether it will surge more or will be back being more bearish.

@blitzkrieg08 was confident that prices would go up as he indicated in his chart the supports, resistances, MA, Ichimoku Cloud, and the RSI. He charted a good entry near the support and possible resistance to overcome. 

FUNDAMENTAL CATALYST

Figaro Coffee Group, Inc. is the listed food sector of the LIU family of Cirtek Holdings. The company’s products are Figaro Coffee, Angel’s Pizza, Cafe Portofino, and Tien Ma’s. Furthermore, $FCG has been consolidating, and the volume from the locals is increasing. In addition, $FCG was recently IPOed on January 24, 2022. It is still unknown whether $FCG will push further or be back on track on the bearish side. In addition, FCG’s book value as of 3Q 2021 is at 0.33 per share. Thus, it is best to observe $FCG before entering since it was listed recently, and the growth could be affected due to global events and inflation. Further to that, it is best to consider the market sentiment. In addition, consider the technical indicators and the financial statements as they are vital parts of the stock.

WHAT SHOULD BE MY NEXT MOVE

As the stock recently breakout from the 0.6ish area, it would be wiser to observe and wait for what $FCG might do next before riding in. It is still unsure whether $FCG will continue to surge, so it’s best to wait for a consolidation, pullback, or a good entry near its support for a better risk-to-reward trade. In addition, it is best to have alternative stock picks that are more profitable and good to trade alternatives like bottom picking stocks or stocks that could surge due to global demand or sectors that could be more profitable.  Furthermore, it would be advisable to trade lightly and in tranches.

Once again, KUDOS to @blitzkrieg08 for being this week’s featured trader! Enjoy your 14-day InvestaPrime Access and continue to be an inspiration to the trading community.

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Featured Trader of the Week: @gabrielo

Let’s give a round of applause to @gabrielo for being this week’s Featured Trader! 

@gabrielo has been a member of the Investagrams community since October 2017 and has been very active recently. He is always sharing his thoughts and his trades.

A week ago, our featured trader posted his technical analysis on $ABA, a hot stock in the local market. $ABA recently breakout and reached 52-wk highs at 1.67 ish!

As the stock is on an uptrend, @gabrielo charted its support, resistance,  MA, and Fibonacci Retracement level, and RSI on the chart that was bound for a breakout or breakdown. @gabrielo felt that this was an opportunity to have a good entry near the support and sell around the resistance.

TECHNICALS OF THE TRADE

Technically speaking, $ABA recently reached a 52-wk high and is bound for a much higher price or plunge of the stock price. After breakout at the 1.56 ish, ABA’s volume surges along with its RSI. While others are falling, $ABA is showing strength as it continues to move upwards strongly. It came from a breakout at the 1.56 area before surging to 1.60+ area onwards. There could be a retest in the next few weeks as ABA recently reached a 52-wk high. Technically speaking, the next resistance that ABA could face is the 1.8 level. Furthermore, ABA will retest whether it will surge more or a reversal after reaching the 52-wk high.

@gabrielo was confident that prices will further go up as he indicated in his chart the supports, resistances, and the trendline. He charted a good entry near the support and possible resistance to break. 

FUNDAMENTAL CATALYST

AbaCore Capital Holdings, Inc. has interests in the leasing of gaming equipment, gold and coal mining, real estate, and financial services. Furthermore, $ABA has been on an uptrend and the volume from the locals and foreigners is surging as well. It is still unknown whether $ABA will push further or reverse. In addition, ABA’s book value as of 1Q 2022 is 3.5 per share. Thus, it is best to observe $ABA before entering since it recently reached a 52-wk high. Further to that, it is best to consider the sentiment of the market, as well as the technical indicators and the financial statement before engaging in.

WHAT SHOULD BE MY NEXT MOVE

As the stock recently reached a 52-wk high, it would be wiser to observe and wait for what $ABA might do next before riding in. It is still unsure whether $ICT will continue to surge, so it’s best to wait for a consolidation, pullback or a good entry near its support for a better risk-to-reward trade. In addition, it is best to have alternative stock picks that are more profitable and good trade such as bottom picking stocks or stocks that could surge to due global demand.  Furthermore, it would be advisable to trade lightly and in tranches.

Once again, KUDOS to @gabrielo for being this week’s featured trader! Enjoy your 14-day InvestaPrime Access and continue to be an inspiration to the trading community.

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The Platform to Rule The Financial Markets

Trading and investing in the financial markets can be a daunting task. Powerful tools are essential whether you’re a beginner looking to shorten the learning curve on how to trade and invest or an expert doing you’re best to maximize profits. As the markets are bearish, everyone needs all the help they can get.

We heard your suggestions. We also know the struggles you have to go through. With you in mind, we upgraded the Investagrams platform to help you conquer the financial markets. Whether it be the Cryptocurrency market, Philippine stock market, or US stock market, the all-new Investagrams platform will be your number one tool to help you be the best version of yourself. 

We made extensive changes to deliver better trading and investing experiences. 

Dark Mode

The most requested feature is finally here! Traders and investors can now take on the challenge of the financial markets in dark mode. Whether you’re charting or making plans in the morning, afternoon, or evening, you can click the dark mode button on the top right corner of the platform to switch between a light and dark theme.

Real-time Trading Signals

No matter which financial market you choose to trade in, it can be hard to stay up to date with all the big moves. Investagrams’ new feature, Market Signals, will make it easier for you to track all the breakouts, breakdowns, and volume spikes across all markets. You can even set and adjust the time frame between short, medium, and long term to suit your needs. Free and unregistered users can only gain access to the top five assets. Prime users will be able to view lists containing ten assets. 

Multi-Market Tracker

You can track the financial markets instantly on the Investagrams platform, even before signing in. Our new multi-market tracker will give you a quick summary of what’s happening for the day. Just switch between tabs to see the most active assets and the top gainers/losers for the Philippine stock market, the US stock market, and the Cryptocurrency market. will let traders and investors

Market Health Meter

Whether you’re a short-term trader or long-term investor, it’s necessary to know the overall health of the chosen financial market. The new Market Health Meter will let you see at a glance if most of the stocks or cryptocurrencies in the chosen market are bullish or bearish for specific periods. 

Leadership Ranking and Screener

Finding the best-performing assets in the Cryptocurrency market, Philippine stock market, and US stock market can take some time. We made the leadership ranking feature, which can be found in the tools dashboard, to automate the process for users.

We also integrated the ProScreener in the tools dashboard should you want to take a quick look at your chosen screener. Keep in mind that these will only be available for Prime subscribers. Free users will only have access to a sample of what the dashboard would look.

Curated News and Threads

More than just browsing through charts, staying up to date with the latest news and prevailing opinions is necessary when dabbling into the financial markets. To make it easier for everyone to browse through the latest news and hot topics, we made curated segments so that users can find everything they need in one simple feed. 

These changes were all made with the users in mind. Whether you’re trading one or all the financial markets simultaneously, we want to ensure you’re well equipped to do your best. We are continuously improving our platform to provide you with the most innovative tools to help you make better moves. Feel free to give us suggestions and feedback, as your achievements are our success. 

Don’t worry if you’re just a beginner getting into the financial markets. You can try out all these new features at Investagrams for free! However, if you’re a seasoned trader or investor looking to take the next level, try out our Prime subscription to unlock the full potential of the Investagrams platform.

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