Supplies of vital parts could become limited, causing a general problem for your company's overseas operations. Conversely, some world events may affect the competition, which opens up new markets for your company and expansions are possible. A good newspaper is a wise investment for anyone interested in stock trading, especially during volatile times. Look at what your children are doing and wearing. If you don't have children, look at someone else's.
Trends are notoriously difficult to spot, because they can change so rapidly.
But your children know what things are fads and what things have real staying power. Before you invest in the company that makes a popular product aimed at the teen market, do a little informal research with actual teens. Ask them if they feel that this item of clothing or this gadget is actually popular with their peers. You may be surprised to learn that some of the most heavily promoted items are not nearly as popular as you may think. Before you invest in any company that primarily caters to younger people, think like a teenager.