Dear readers, you may have come across recent news that the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has appointed three fund managers to manage a $1.1 billion equity injection into the Singapore stock market. This bold move is part of the Singapore government’s broader Equity Market Development (EMD) initiative—a multi-year effort aimed at strengthening the vibrancy
In August 2025, Azalea Investment Management—an indirect Temasek subsidiary—launched Astrea 9, the latest in a series of retail-accessible, private equity-backed bond offerings. These instruments debut with Class A‑1 bonds yielding 3.4% p.a. (SGD) and Class A‑2 USD bonds yielding 5.7% p.a., all built upon a portfolio of 40 private equity (PE) funds valued at around US $1.62 billion,
Dear readers, I recently completed watching the entire series of “On the Red Dot: Hustle in My HDB”—a heartwarming and inspiring documentary by Mediacorp that spotlights everyday Singaporeans turning their Housing & Development Board (HDB) flats into spaces of entrepreneurship. As I watched each episode, I felt deeply moved—not only by their grit and determination
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Dear readers, if you’re a cryptocurrency investor, you likely already hold your assets in a self-custody wallet — a smart choice for long-term crypto holders who value security and control. One such self-custody solution is Coinbase Wallet, which has now been rebranded as the Base App. Let’s be clear: the Base App is not the
Dear readers, in today’s investment climate—marked by lingering inflationary pressures, economic uncertainty, and a recent softening in Singapore’s risk-free rates—Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have once again emerged as an attractive asset class for yield-hungry investors. With the 6-month Singapore Treasury Bill cut-off yield falling below 1.8% recently and fixed deposit rates increasingly hovering around
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Dear readers, after months of stellar gains and celebratory headlines, the Singapore stock market may now be at a pivotal juncture. The Straits Times Index (STI) has recently surged past the symbolic 4,000 mark—an achievement not seen in decades. But the question on the minds of many investors today is: Can this rally be sustained,
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Dear readers, the Singapore stock markets have had a remarkable year so far in 2025. After years of lacklustre returns and range-bound trading, the benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) has finally broken through its long-standing ceiling. As of 28 July 2025, the STI closed at 4,241.14, compared to 3,787.60 on 31 December 2024. This marks
Dear readers, the Singapore stock market has turned decisively bullish in recent months. From the depths of subdued investor sentiment to breaking through psychological resistance levels, the Straits Times Index (STI) has surged past the historic 4,000 mark and, more impressively, managed to hold above this level for several consecutive sessions. The rally reflects renewed
Dear readers, City Developments Limited (CDL) stock closed at $6.38 yesterday (25 July 2025), marking a stunning recovery from its recent low. Since touching $4.35 per share on 9 April 2025, CDL’s stock has staged an impressive rally—delivering nearly 47% capital gains in just over three months. For investors who bought during the dip, the
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Dear readers, Singapore’s stock market has been making headlines for the right reasons this year. The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) has not only surged past the symbolic 4,000 mark, but has also held its ground consistently above it — a psychological milestone and a sign of robust investor sentiment. Amid global economic uncertainty and
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