The Hang Sang Index reached an all-time high in recent months. Many have decided to invest in stocks. Banks and stock brokerage companies are crowded with investors tracking stock market movements and making transactions. Classified Post asks those from different industries about their thoughts on the stock market.
'I have only been working for six months, so I don't have enough capital to invest in stocks. I think in three to four years I would be able to save up enough money to invest. I would need a financial planner to help me since I am not really familiar with stocks.'
Li Yi-jia, customer service
'A financial planner manages my funds and I buy stocks on my own. I get info from the radio and newspapers. I buy stocks to keep the value of my money in line with inflation. I invest in funds to save for retirement. Funds are long-term investments so the results won't show up as quickly as stocks.'
San Man-chun, hairstylist
'The market is fluctuating a lot and has passed its peak. I don't think it is the right moment to invest. As for a financial planner, I think I will get one after saving up for a few years because I am still at the beginning of my career with no extra money to invest.'
