Tan De Jun, CFA

Equity Analyst

De Jun is an Assistant Manager with the research team at iFAST, providing analysis and research coverage on both stocks and ETFs listed on the Singapore, Hong Kong and US markets. The global technology and semiconductor sectors are De Jun's areas of expertise. Besides contributing his views to the local media, including Business Times and Channel News Asia, De Jun is a strong believer in continuous learning, and enjoys reading across various subjects during his free time. De Jun graduated from Nanyang Technological University with a Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering. He is also a CFA Charterholder.

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MAPS Portfolio Note: Apple just said it better than we could — the memory shortage is far from over Managed Portfolios

MAPS Portfolio Note: Apple just said it better than we could — the memory shortage is far from over

When Apple says something has become “unavoidable,” the world pays attention. This week, CEO Tim Cook confirmed to the Wall Street Journal that the company will raise prices on its devices to offset surging memory chip costs. This tells you everything you need to know about the state of the global memory market, and why our conviction in the Global X Asia Semiconductor ETF has only deepened since we added it to your MAPS portfolios in April.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 17 Hrs Ago |84 Views
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ASML has crossed our USD 1,750 target. Time to take profits, but not walk away entirely. Stocks

ASML has crossed our USD 1,750 target. Time to take profits, but not walk away entirely.

ASML’s shares reached a new all-time high of USD 1,903 last week, surpassing the USD 1,750 target we set in April. For investors who have followed our coverage, the original investment thesis has largely played out. While discipline argues for taking profits after such a strong run, two developments that have emerged since our last update support maintaining a partial position rather than exiting completely.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 4 Days Ago |346 Views
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Every dollar spent on AI chips has to flow through this company Stocks

Every dollar spent on AI chips has to flow through this company

USD 750 billion. That is how much five of the largest hyperscalers are projected to spend on AI infrastructure in 2026 alone, roughly 73% higher than last year. Much of that capital ultimately flows downstream into chips and fabs, and ASML remains the sole supplier of the most critical machines in that ecosystem. This week, its CEO confirmed that the company’s next-generation lithography systems are already producing real chips. The bull case has not weakened. It has strengthened.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 21 May 2026 |3982 Views
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MAPS portfolios are up as much as 31.9% in a year and we’re just getting started Managed Portfolios

MAPS portfolios are up as much as 31.9% in a year and we’re just getting started

Markets have been volatile in 2026. Yet through all of it, your MAPS portfolios have delivered. Our Growth portfolios have returned as much as 9.2% year-to-date and up to 31.9% over the past 12 months, beating their benchmarks across every risk profile. These are not lucky outcomes. They are the product of deliberate positioning, active management, and the discipline to stay invested when others are tempted to panic. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines, this is what you've been missing.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 14 May 2026 |3860 Views
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1Q26 was brutal. Here's how MAPS came out ahead Managed Portfolios

1Q26 was brutal. Here's how MAPS came out ahead

War in the Middle East. Oil above USD 110. A steep selloff in software stocks. 1Q26 threw a lot at investors, and yet our MAPS portfolios held their ground. Read on to learn how your portfolios performed, what drove returns, the changes we made in April, and how we have positioned your portfolios for what comes next.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 05 May 2026 |3311 Views
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MAPS Portfolio Note: TSMC and SK Hynix just made the case for Asia semiconductors Managed Portfolios

MAPS Portfolio Note: TSMC and SK Hynix just made the case for Asia semiconductors

We recently increased our Asia ex-Japan exposure from neutral to overweight and initiated a position in the Global X Asia Semiconductor ETF. The latest 1Q26 earnings from two of the ETF’s largest constituents — TSMC and SK Hynix — have validated that decision.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 24 Apr 2026 |2977 Views
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ASML powers ahead as customer upgrades reinforce 20% upside potential Stocks

ASML powers ahead as customer upgrades reinforce 20% upside potential

ASML delivered a solid set of results for 1Q26 but the real highlight was the upgrade to its full-year outlook — a clear signal that the current AI-driven capex cycle is running harder and for longer than previously anticipated. We see an upside potential of 20% for ASML.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 22 Apr 2026 |664 Views
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Navigating the storm – Four portfolio moves to strengthen your MAPS positioning Managed Portfolios

Navigating the storm – Four portfolio moves to strengthen your MAPS positioning

Markets have thrown a lot at investors in the first quarter of 2026. Between the US–Iran conflict, a sharp spike in oil prices and a painful selloff in software stocks, we know many of you are feeling uneasy. But turbulent markets are precisely when disciplined portfolio management matters most. We have used this period to make four targeted adjustments to your MAPS portfolios – each designed to reduce risk, capitalise on emerging opportunities and position you for the recovery ahead.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 17 Apr 2026 |4587 Views
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MAPS Portfolio Note: Don’t panic – the best returns are made when markets feel the worst Managed Portfolios

MAPS Portfolio Note: Don’t panic – the best returns are made when markets feel the worst

Software stocks are sliding, oil has spiked past USD 100, and war headlines are dominating the news. We understand if it feels like the wrong time to invest. But if history is any guide, moments like these have often turned out to be some of the best.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 20 Mar 2026 |6325 Views
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Up nearly 17% in 2025 — How MAPS is positioning for an even stronger 2026 Managed Portfolios

Up nearly 17% in 2025 — How MAPS is positioning for an even stronger 2026

After achieving close to 17% gains in 2025, the focus now shifts to what comes next. We outline where we see the most compelling opportunities—and how MAPS is positioned to seize them in the year ahead.

By Tan De Jun, CFA | 13 Feb 2026 |3539 Views
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