Jesus; some people on here are tying to make investing out to be like roulette!
Yes, there are risks involved, but as an investor (not a trader), common sense applies. Learn how to read financial data, learn a little about technical analysis, and pick companies which have good readings on both counts.
Ultimately, as you would expect, strong companies who are growing, in strong market sectors, with increasing profits and being bought into by good numbers of mutual funds (a/d rating) make for good bets.
Greater risk/reward involves the same technique applied to small cap companies. So, diversify your portfolio to include a good mix, and wait. While your waiting, devise your exit points for each stock.
Trading on a daily basis is a different animal, and requires far more learning in order to not get sheared by the big players.
HKs economy is a very healthy one, which is very well run on the financial side. Get stuck in!
Edited to add: I personally wouldn't bother with any 'products' these brokerages are trying to peddle. All they want is your cash for long periods of time, and are usually commission based on signing you up. If you're happy to pay a premium for a service, ensure you are dealing with the fund house itself. Their commission is usually profit-based. If you have 8+ years to wait, even your HSBC Premier investments will safely bring you in 5% per year.
Last edited by ETOPS240; 6th Mar 2013 at 03:29.