Dear readers, as we approach mid-2025, the announcement of the Civil Service Mid Year Bonus for 2025 is eagerly anticipated. Historically, this bonus serves as a barometer of the nation’s economic health and offers insight into the government’s assessment of civil servants’ contributions. Beyond its significance for civil servants, the quantum of the bonus often
Dear Readers, as we look forward to the upcoming release of the application details for Singapore’s July 2025 Savings Bonds (Update: average yield over 10 years is 2.49% per annum), it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on the current landscape and what these bonds represent for investors today. The official announcement is expected to
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Dear readers, it is once again time for our weekly review of Singapore’s flagship stock index, the Straits Times Index (STI), covering the week ending 30 May 2025. As investors and market enthusiasts, staying updated on the recent movements of the STI and its constituent stocks is essential for understanding market trends, assessing economic outlooks,
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Dear readers, today marks the celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duan Wu Jie, a traditional Chinese holiday with rich cultural significance and historical roots. This festival takes place on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, which usually falls in June, and is celebrated with colorful dragon boat races, the
Dear readers, recent developments in Keppel Corporation’s leadership have sparked speculation about the company’s future direction and strategic transformation. Notably, it was announced that Mr. Piyush Gupta, the renowned former Chairman and CEO of DBS Bank, has been appointed as Deputy Chairman and non-executive independent director of Keppel Board, effective July 1, 2025. This appointment
Dear readers, I believe the formation of the Equities Review committee to look at ways to revigorate the Singapore stocks markets has continued to spark enthusiasm and interest among Singapore investors. I have been reading commentaries both online and offline on what more should be done, apart from measures that were previously announced. Some others
Dear readers, as many of you may already be aware, the Singapore authorities, led by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), took significant steps last year to revitalize and invigorate the local stock markets. Recognizing that a vibrant stock market is essential for the country’s economic growth, innovation, and wealth creation, the MAS formed the
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While Capitaland Investment (now part of CapitaLand Investment Limited after its rebranding and restructuring) has established itself as a prominent player in the real estate and real estate investment management sectors in Asia, becoming the “next BlackRock” would entail significant differences in scope, scale, and global influence. Key Factors to Consider: Potential Pathways: Conclusion: While CapitaLand
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Dear readers, today is Monday once again, and as I reflect on the past few months, I realize how quickly time has flown by. The year-to-date feels like it has passed in the blink of an eye, largely because of the relentless pace of work that I have been caught up in. The workload has
Overbought Stocks: SIA and Hongkong Land This week, two prominent stocks in the STI are flagged as overbought: Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Hongkong Land. Singapore Airlines (SIA) has seen its share price surge amid positive market sentiment, robust travel demand, and expectations of a strong recovery in the airline industry post-pandemic. The stock’s RSI has