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Dimensional ETFs and More: New on Syfe Custom Portfolio

We are excited to introduce new equity ETFs with a value and quality tilt to Syfe Custom Portfolio. We will do a deep dive to help you decide whether the ETFs align with your investing goals, and how these ETFs can add value to your investment portfolios.  Table of Contents:...

Singapore Budget 2024 – Top 3 takeaways for your personal finances

While Singapore grapples with rising living expenses, global instability, and rapid technological shifts, Singapore Budget 2024 came at a crucial time. On February 16th, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong announced the government's fiscal planning for the year ahead. Seeking a balance between addressing present challenges and...

Guide to Investing in Dividend ETFs in Singapore and How to Choose Them

It’s a well-known fact that investors in Singapore love dividend stocks. It’s not hard to see why since dividend stocks provide investors with a regular income stream and capital appreciation. For investors who are looking to dividend income, dividend exchange traded funds (ETFs) are also an alternative to stocks. Dividend...

Navigating 2024: Your Top Investment Questions Answered

As 2024 begins, the investment landscape is marked by guarded optimism and strategic caution. The US equity market approaches record highs, the Fed deliberates on policy shifts and China confronts economic headwinds. Against this backdrop, investors face a complex environment filled with uncertainties.  During our 2024 Investment Outlook event, we...

8 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances This Chinese New Year

Nothing calls for a better time to get organised than this Chinese New Year. Spring cleaning is a quintessential part of Chinese New Year, and just like your home, why not also spruce up your finances this festive season? As a savvy investor, spring cleaning your finances is a great way...

First FOMC meeting in 2024 – What do you need to know?

What's Going On? The Fed completed its first monetary meeting of 2024. As widely anticipated, the Fed has kept the Fed Funds rate unchanged at 5.25% - 5.5% for the fourth consecutive meeting. Although the Fed indicated that rate cuts are unlikely to start in March, as the market had...

Highlights from Market Outlook 2024

This week marked a significant milestone as we hosted our first in-person event of the year, "Market Outlook 2024," featuring a panel of industry experts from BlackRock, PIMCO, and KraneShares.  We thank our distinguished panelists for adding great insights to the discussion: Giri Rajendran: Investment Strategist, iShares Asia Pacific, BlackrockAlice Lo:...

Syfe Portfolio Performance Review Q4 2023: Rode Market Rally 

In the last quarter of 2023, the global markets were upbeat, as the Fed signalled potentially earlier start of interest rate cuts in 2024. This news sparked rallies in both stocks and bonds. The S&P 500 index closed to its peak in early 2022, and 10-Year US Treasuries dropped...

Why investors should relook their portfolio allocations at the start of the year

One of the recommended ways to manage your investments is through portfolio allocation. Portfolio allocation is your decision to distribute your fund among different asset classes such as equities, bonds, commodities, etc. The idea behind portfolio allocation is to diversify your investments to offset risks and enhance returns. This ensures...

Syfe Investment Outlook 2024 – Your New Playbook as the Fed Pivots

In this video, Ritesh Ganeriwal, Head of Investment and Advisory at Syfe, delivers a comprehensive 'Investment Outlook for 2024', examining the evolving landscape of investing in the year. As we navigate potential shifts in global financial trends, we delve into the key question: 'Where to Invest in 2024?' To...