As we weighed the pros and cons, I realized that this dilemma is more nuanced than it seems. Buying before listing can lead to substantial profits, but it also comes with significant risks. Conversely, buying after listing may be safer, but it might also mean missing out on potential gains.
If you want to play it safe, then buy after listing after you see the investor's reaction to the token, If you're a risk-taker, then buy before listing because you have potential to make profit if the investor's reaction token is positive, Either way, the potential of the token is the one that matters, and if there is a leak, it's going to get listed on platforms like Binance or Bitget.
These two exchanges have a very stringent requirement before they list a coin/token so you are sure to make a profit if you accumulate before the listing.