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Best Foreign Currency (USD) Fixed Deposit Rates in Singapore (July 2026)

Ever wondered how to tap into the potential of the USD but felt unsure about navigating the forex market? Many Singapore investors seek ways to diversify their holdings and potentially earn higher returns, and one avenue worth exploring is a foreign currency fixed deposit. These offer a blend of...

Don’t (Just) Hug the Index: Three Reasons to Go Beyond Passive ETFs

Leaning in on index tracking worked well for many investors for much of the past decade. But in today's volatile and concentrated markets, that strategy may not be enough.
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Index Fund Fees Singapore: Why Some “Passive” Funds Cost Much More Than You Think

Investors need to carefully evaluate index funds before investing as some can come embedded with much higher fees than their ETF counterparts

How to Protect Your Investment Portfolio When the Stock Market Dips

Diversification remains your best strategy. Here’s what to do when equities plunge.

Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks to Watch (2026)

The STI holds many strong performers operating across different sectors. Here are 5 to take a closer look at.
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How To Start Building Your First $1 Million

Here's how much you need to save each month to have $1 million in Singapore. With $1,100 per month, you can become a millionaire in 25 years.

CPF’s New Glidepath Investing Model Explained — And How to Apply It to Your Own Portfolio

Singapore’s upcoming CPF lifecycle investment scheme will introduce glidepath investing to millions of qualified members. But this strategy isn’t limited to CPF. Learn how glidepath investing works, and how you can apply the same principles across your own portfolio.
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London Stock Exchange (LSE) Now On Syfe Brokerage: A Practical Investing Guide

With LSE now available on Syfe Brokerage, explore how investing in London-listed stocks and ETFs can help Singapore investors diversify beyond the US, access global opportunities, and optimise long-term returns.

Investors’ Guide to Inflation: Three Things You Need to Know Now

Surging oil prices have sparked fears of an inflation comeback. We provide a guide to what causes inflation, how it could be managed, and what different inflationary environments mean for you and your money.

Building Consistency in Investing: Practical Tips From Syfe COO Samantha Horton

Find out how financial wellbeing is like endurance sport, rooted in discipline and consistency, and the quiet power of compounding over time.