US tech stocks surged on Thursday, 27 August. This week's Smart Reads analyzes Singapore dividends, blue-chip growth, and whether to buy or wait as the STI climbs to 5,700.
US technology stocks had a strong session on Thursday, 27 August, with software stocks leading the charge. Several names jumped by double digits by the 4pm ET market close, showing how quickly sentiment can turn when investors regain confidence in a sector.
For Singapore investors, it is a reminder that markets can move quickly, but not every rally deserves to be chased.
This week’s Smart Reads focuses on where investors can still find opportunities, from dividend income and blue-chip growth to whether it makes sense to keep buying as Singapore stocks continue to climb.
For income investors, look beyond headline yields to assess whether high dividends are sustainable. One forgotten blue chip recently raised its payout by 77%.
DBS, OCBC or UOB: Which Bank Pays the Most Dividends on a S$10,000 Investment? The three major banks are compared to see which could generate the most dividend income from a S$10,000 investment.
Three Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Growth, established companies with potential to grow earnings and compound shareholder returns over many years.
Singapore Stocks Keep Rising: Should You Buy Now or Wait for a Pullback? With Singapore stocks climbing, the question is whether to buy now or wait for a correction.
STI 5,700 brings three blue-chip dividend Singapore stocks to watch.
Alphabet’s share buyback versus Singtel’s payout: two different ways to reward shareholders.
Five high-yield Singapore stocks: are their dividends really safe? A high yield can be tempting, but investors should examine the cash flow and fundamentals behind the payout.
This forgotten blue chip raised its dividends by 77%, is it worth another look? A major dividend increase puts it back on investors’ radar.
S$2,000 a Year From Age 1 to 16: How Much Could Your Child Have by 17? The numbers show what could happen if a child’s annual S$2,000 support were invested instead of spent.
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