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CSPX vs VWRA vs IWDA vs SPYL vs VUAA: Which UCITS ETFs to Invest In? 

UCITS, short for ‘undertakings for collective investment in transferable securities’, is a regulatory framework established by the European Union (EU) to ensure investor protection and fund transparency across EU member states. UCITS exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are domiciled in Europe, but for the purpose of this article, when we refer to...

Can You Earn S$1 Million By 65? A Deep Dive Into Singapore’s 1M65 Movement

What does the Singaporean Dream mean to you? For many, it’s the ability to afford a home, raise a family, enjoy occasional holidays, and retire without financial stress. As Singapore celebrates 60 years of nationhood, it's also an opportunity to reflect on how far we've come, and what it means to build a future rooted in stability and aspiration.
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Private Credit Explained: Why Accredited Investors Are Turning to Debt for Higher Yields

What if the word “debt” didn’t signal something negative, but instead pointed to a powerful income-generating opportunity? Aman Pujara, Director of Quantitative Research and Portfolio Construction at Syfe, explains more.

Syfe REIT+ vs REIT ETFs: What’s The Difference?

Here's how REIT+ stacks up with the other REIT ETFs on the market
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Guide to the Average and Median Salary in Singapore—And How To Grow It

Whether you’re fresh out of school, climbing the corporate ladder, or mid-career and planning your next move, knowing the average and median salary in Singapore can help you benchmark your pay and plan ahead.

What Makes Syfe Core Equity100 Different from SPY, VOO, CSPX, and VWRA

Many investors turn to well-known ETFs like the SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY), Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), iShares Core S&P 500 UCITS ETF (CSPX), or the FTSE All-World UCITS ETF (VWRA) to gain equity exposure. And while these ETFs provide a solid starting point, they’re not without limitations...

The Definitive Guide to Investing In REITs

REITs provide investors of all stripes a great way to add real estate to their portfolios

How and Where to Invest Your First $100K in Singapore – Your Step-by-Step Guide

Stocks, bonds, cash solutions and diversified portfolios—here are a few smart ways to grow your first big sum in Singapore.
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Berkshire Hathaway 2025: 6 Investing Lessons from Warren Buffett’s Final Annual Meeting

As Warren Buffett announces his retirement, here are the top takeaways for every investor—from timeless investing wisdom to Berkshire’s $300B cash strategy. In May 2025, the investing world witnessed the end of an era. Warren Buffett, widely regarded as the greatest investor of all time, announced his retirement from Berkshire...

Understanding Currency Impact

Fluctuations in exchange rates can affect your portfolio but it still pays to diversify globally.