In today's climate of economic uncertainty, rising consumer prices, and volatile markets, preserving and growing your capital can feel like an uphill battle. In today’s uncertain macroeconomic environment, many Singaporean investors are understandably seeking low-risk investments that offer stability. If you are a retail investor looking to grow your money...

"A Budget for all Singaporeans" – that was how Prime Minister Lawrence Wong described Budget 2025, which was announced on 18 Feb 2025.  This year’s budget comes at a crucial time, against the backdrop of global uncertainties and domestic challenges. Globally, the ongoing US-China trade war and intensifying tech competition...

The vibrant red packets, or ang pow, given to children during festive seasons carry more than just monetary blessings; they symbolise goodwill, prosperity, and a chance to instill valuable lessons about financial literacy. For kids, receiving ang pow often brings excitement and the temptation to spend it quickly on toys...

Key Takeaways Syfe Core Portfolios outperformed both benchmarks and peers in 2024, following major enhancements. Despite a year of volatile interest rates, Income+ Portfolios delivered steady returns that outpaced the broad bond markets. The distribution yield for Income+ Preserve increased from 4.5% - 5.0% p.a to 5.0% - 5.5% p.a., following...

DOWNLOAD SYFE MARKET OUTLOOK AND INVESTOR TRENDS 2025 As President Trump takes office, a new wave of policies—ranging from tariffs and tax cuts to America-first initiatives—is set to reshape the economic landscape. At the same time, investors face looming risks, including elevated valuations, potential trade tensions, and US fiscal challenges. In...

Key Takeaways 2024 showcased surprising resilience, defying recession fears and delivering robust returns across various asset classes. However, investors should brace for potentially volatile markets in 2025 as President Trump’s re-election and subsequent policy shifts introduce both opportunities and uncertainties. Despite the potential bumps ahead, we encourage investors to remain invested. The...

What Happened?  In its final FOMC meeting of 2024, the Fed delivered a widely expected 25 basis point cut to its benchmark interest rate. This brings the total interest rate cuts to 100 basis points for the year.  However, what stood out to us was the committee’s acknowledgment of the economy’s...

We have re-optimised your Thematic portfolios (China Growth, Disruptive Technology, Healthcare Innovation, and ESG & Clean Energy) to capture structural growth. Here are the key upgrades to your portfolio: Capitalised on emerging trends: We have proactively incorporated the latest developments in each theme, ensuring your portfolio reflects the most promising...

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The US presidential election has concluded, and Donald Trump has won the presidency a second time with a decisive victory. In addition to Trump's victory, his Republican party has clinched the Senate and looks likely to take control of the House of Representatives, with some results still pending. So what...