Sunday, January 11, 2009
2009
But this was history.
We entered 2009 with great uncertainty. There is no need for me to say what has or is going to happen, for we could read news from the newspapers/ websites. Depressing news, that is.
Yesterday was spent at an investment conference, which further sent the mood down. Depressing news. But I myself (read: personal opinion) conclude from what had happened that bull market can end abruptly. I told Gerrie in 2007 that a recession was impending. And it happened.
But on a positive note, bear market is silent. It ends before you know it. Thus, it's important to stay invested.
The entire fin@ncial landscape has changed. The 'impossible' turned possible. We would see streamlining of companies of various industries.
On a personal note, my basic pay increased. But on the whole, I would not be able to make like I did last year. I expect a 35% loss in revenue. I'm learning to cope. But I'm still keeping myself positive.
Humans evolve. No matter how tough the situation is, humans would still look for a way out. That explains why we are not living in caves anymore.
Was hoping to end this post with a positive note. Oh well... what can I say?
It's 2009.