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Singapore REITs 101: All You Need to Know About Singapore REITs

REITs are an easy way to start investing in real estate.

Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB) Allotment September 2024 Update

Launched in 2015 by the Singapore Government, the Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs) have long been the go-to investment choice for many Singaporeans. These bonds are generally regarded by investors as a secure way to beat inflation and make the most of their idle cash. If you’re looking to diversify your investments,...

Best Fixed Deposit Rates in Singapore [September 2024]

Fixed deposits are investment vehicles that provide a boost to your savings; all you need is to deposit your money for a set period of time that typically ranges from 3 to 12 months. In return, you enjoy a guaranteed interest rate that's generally higher than most savings accounts. Looking...

How Dollar Cost Averaging Builds Wealth Over Time

Get into the habit of saving and investing regularly, and you’re on your way to a wealthier you.

Saving vs Investing: How Do You Decide?

Singaporeans are known to be good at saving. According to the Department of Statistics Singapore, our personal savings rate was 35.2% in the fourth quarter of 2023. On the other hand, investing could be less familiar to many. Both saving and investing are important pillars in building a sound...

How to Invest in the S&P 500 in Singapore

Unless you’ve been living under the rock, you’ve probably heard of the S&P 500. Short for the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index, the S&P 500 is an index that consists of the top 500 largest companies. Stocks on the S&P 500 account for about 80% of the US stock market’s...

Beginner’s Guide to Halal Investments in Singapore

Want to align your money with your principles? Here are three ETFs to consider
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8 Japan Stocks and ETFs to Keep on Your Watchlist in 2024

The Nikkei 225 Index, one of Japan's leading stock market index, saw an increase of nearly 20% in the first quarter of 2024, ranking it among the top-performing equity markets so far this year. Investing in the Japan stock market hasn't been in the mind of most investors, but with...
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How to Invest in Gold ETF in Singapore

Gold is a valuable commodity that’s the go-to investment during times of economic volatility to safeguard one’s wealth. And with the metal’s prevailing reputation as a ‘safe haven’ asset, it’s no wonder that there has been a growing interest in the metal. For those who want to avoid the hassle...

Spot Bitcoin ETFs vs Bitcoin: A Comparison

Bitcoin is the talk of the town nowadays with its prices soaring past US$70,000. One of the key drivers behind the recent upswing is the launch of spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) on 11 January 2024. After trading for just over two months, the spot Bitcoin ETFs have...