The next 6-month T-Bills auction is on 6 June 2024. T-Bills yields have been steadily declining of late. From as high as 3.8% just a couple of auctions ago (late March). T-Bills yields have fallen to 3.65% in the most recent auction. Couple of questions I wanted to discuss today: What is the estimated ...
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This post is about my updates on my Financial Goals Progress for May 2024. What are my Financial Goals? Financial Goals are targets set by individuals (like me) to achieve specific monetary milestones or plans within a certain time frame. My Financial Goal is to stash sufficient money (target) which ...
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I’ve been getting a lot of questions about OCBC Bank recently. After the big rally in DBS Bank shares of late (that makes OCBC comparatively “cheaper” by comparison). And the news that OCBC Bank is buying a 100% stake in Great Eastern. A lot of you have asked for my views on OCBC Bank, and whether it ...
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Are you tempted by 0% interest credit card instalment plans? They seem like a perfect way to spread out payments without extra cost. But before you sign up, there is a hidden trap that banks don’t want you to see. It is an open secret that banks can often be very innovative when it comes to leeching ...
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I’m sure you would have come across an advice that goes something along the lines of, ‘you can get an exposure to listed companies around the world when you invest in the iShares MSCI World ETF (NYSE ARCA: URTH).’ The first thing on your mind the first time you hear about this suggestion will probably ...
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Equity Portoflio - 2024-0519 In this review, I'll provide a brief commentary on each counter. REITs There are 9 REITs in the portfolio after selling off United Hampshire. Ascott Trust yields look quite interesting. If there is a correction, there may be consideration to add a little more. This is despite ...
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So the next 6-month T-Bills auction is on 23 May 2024. After closing as high as 4.07% in late 2023. T-Bills yields then dropped as low as 3.54%. In the most recent auction however, T-Bills closed at 3.70% yield. Bank fixed deposit rates have been steadily declining in 2024 – with the best fixed deposit ...
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The SingSaver annual showdown between Team Air-miles and Team Cash-back is here again. For this time round, the team captain for Team Air Miles (round 1) is none other than Milelion. Table of Contents I Am Rooting For Team Air Miles What Are The Campaign Rewards? What Tasks Do You Need To Complete? [Bonus] ...
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All 3 Singapore-listed banks (in DBS, UOB, and OCBC) have already reported their business update for the first quarter of FY2024 ended 31 March – you can read about the individual bank’s results in detail here. Just like in the previous quarters, I will be putting the 3 banks’ financial figures, and ...
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As a dividend investor, this principle has never crossed my mind. It seems more aligned with a timer or short-term investment rationale. Coincidentally, many REIT and BANK stocks go ex-dividend in May. As you may be aware, stock prices typically drop upon going ex-dividend. This might give the impression ...
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Interest rates have been all over the place of late. If you recall – in Jan the market was pricing in 7 interest rate cuts in 2024. With hot US inflation and latest comments from Powell, the market is now only pricing in 2 interest rate cuts in 2024. Despite all that, bank fixed deposit interest rates ...
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We’ve been doing quite a few macro focussed pieces the past few weeks. So I figured for this week – let’s go back to single stock level discussion. The recent rise in interest rates has provided a nice sell-off in dividend stocks (especially REITs) that has opened up interesting opportunities for long ...
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As we approach 2H FY2024, the financial markets have faced many ups and downs thus far. From the conflict between Israel and Iran, to the FEDs reducing their forecasted rate cuts for the year. From an initial forecasted net terminal rate of 4.25% – 4.50%, the current forecasted net terminal rate for ...
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I have been thinking of taking another long break from social media to focus on other things in life. Tentatively, I am thinking of coming back in June. So, this might be my last blog until then. 1. AIMS APAC REIT This is probably my most rewarding investment for income. I have been holding to the relatively ...
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The Straits Times Index (STI), Singapore’s benchmark index, includes 30 companies, among which are the three major banks headquartered in Singapore: DBS (SGX: D05), UOB (SGX: U11), and OCBC (SGX: O39). At the time of writing (10 May 2024), the 3 banks collectively hold a weightage of approximately 48.5% ...
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Photo cred9it: Andre Taissin/Unsplash By now it should be widely known that UOB is reducing the interest rates of its flagship UOB One Account from 1 May 2024. This announcement was made as early as 1 April to give its customers a one month’s heads-up. While the notice period was nice, a lot had changed ...
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So the next 6-month T-Bills auction is on 14 May 2024. After closing as high as 4.07% in late 2023. T-Bills yields then dropped as low as 3.54%. In the most recent auction however, T-Bills closed at 3.75% yield. Bank fixed deposit rates have been steadily declining in 2024 – with the best fixed deposit ...
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Share Tweet Here is a safe way to save money that you have no idea when you will need to use or your emergency fund. The 10-yr and 1-yr Singapore Savings Bonds rates since the first issue in Oct 2015 The June 2024’s SSB bonds yield an interest rate of 3.33%/yr for the next ten years. You can apply through ...
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No surprises. Do well as usual. Operation data excellent. High cash level helps to boost their fixed returns which is quite substantial. Their total return in my perception typically lower than banks but strong stable returns. A good diversification from portfolio heavy in other sectors. A boring and ...
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I have been thinking about really retiring in a couple of years. Confused? Didn't AK retire 8 years ago a few months before he turned 45 years of age? Yes, I retired from active employment 8 years ago and I have been enjoying retirement so far. However, I am not really retired because to me that would ...
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Again, we came to the end of April 2024 and this is the time where I stock take my progress of reaching my Financial Goals. Do not get confused over Financial Goals over Financial Freedom. Financial Goals and Financial Freedom are related concepts but they are different in meaning. What is Financial ...
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As many of you will know, DBS bank went ex bonus shares on Monday, 22 April. Interestingly, DBS shares have done very well since then. Here is the price chart for DBS (after adjusting for bonus shares). You can see the jump this week – hitting new all time highs at $34.79 (this would have translated ...
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Singapore investors love dividends. Whether you are a young investor growing your wealth, or a retiree looking for retirement income, it’s never too late to start investing for dividend yield. How to diversify your dividend income sources as a passive investor? Let’s say you’re a Singapore investor – ...
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I have been asked this question in various forms by various people over the years. "How much cash are you holding now?" However, like how I have always sidestepped questions regarding my net worth and the size of my investment portfolio, I have habitually sidestepped the question. I have published a ...
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So the next 6-month T-Bills auction is on 25 April. After closing as high as 4.07% in late 2023. T-Bills yields then dropped as low as 3.54%. In the most recent auction however, T-Bills closed at 3.75% yield. Bank fixed deposit rates have been steadily declining of late – so at 3.75%, 6-month T-Bills ...
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So I recently received this question from an FH reader: “Would you recommend to buy SSB this month or wait till next month? Or is this a time frame allowable where you can buy this month, then if next month rates are higher, redeem and put into next month’s SSB? Thank you!” My response, for the record, ...
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