Education · 05/08/2025

This article delves into common misconceptions in the three core aspects of US undergraduate applications: standardized test scores, college selection strategies, and application details. It addresses pitfalls such as exam timing, the sole pursuit of high scores, activities overshadowing academics, blindly chasing rankings, and parental over-involvement. Targeted guidance is provided to help applicants clarify their application direction and improve their chances of success. The article aims to provide actionable advice for navigating the complexities of the US college application process.

Finance · 04/17/2025

Japanese stocks are experiencing an upward trend following US President Trump's personal involvement in US-Japan tariff negotiations. Ivailo Dikov, Investment Manager at Allianz Investment Management, is optimistic about Japanese equities, citing minimal tariff impact, strong wage growth, and attractive valuations. He suggests focusing on investment opportunities in SMEs benefiting from accelerated corporate reforms. He recommends a dollar-cost averaging approach using actively managed funds, potentially generating excess returns in the Japanese market.

Taxation · 02/29/2024

Data from the 2024 tax season indicates that while the number of tax returns has decreased, total visits have surged, along with an increase in average refund amounts. The overall trend of declining total refunds and quantities is noteworthy and highlights taxpayers' growing reliance on online services.