by chung chinyi | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
JP Morgan’s June 2025 report paints a challenging picture for Singapore banks, caught between structural headwinds from falling interest rates and potential opportunities from capital market development. The analysis reveals a sector facing margin compression as...
by chung chinyi | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
With global inflation soaring and the threat of World War 3 looming, Singapore’s vibrant food scene faces uncertain times. Many iconic local eateries could soon shut their doors due to economic pressures or supply disruptions. Now is the perfect chance to indulge in...
by chung chinyi | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
The escalating dispute between Italy and the European Union over the application of “golden power” legislation to banking mergers represents a fundamental clash between national sovereignty and the principles of European integration. This conflict,...
by chung chinyi | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Japanese yen’s precipitous decline beyond 145 per dollar represents far more than a routine currency adjustment—it signals a fundamental disruption to Asia’s monetary equilibrium that threatens to cascade through ASEAN economies with potentially...
by chung chinyi | Jun 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
The global ocean conservation funding crisis represents one of the most severe market failures in environmental finance, with annual investment of merely $10 billion against an estimated requirement of $175 billion—a catastrophic 94% funding shortfall. This analysis...
by chung chinyi | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
The shift from CPF OA savings (2.5% guaranteed) to Singapore REITs (potentially yielding 5-7%) represents a fundamental trade-off between security and returns. While REITs offer attractive income potential, this transition carries significant implications for...
by chung chinyi | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
SINGAPORE – Bak kut teh is making a vibrant return, spicier and more exciting than ever. Step into Old Street Bak Kut Teh’s latest outlet in bustling Telok Ayer, where the familiar aroma of peppery pork rib soup greets you at the door. This isn’t just your average...
by chung chinyi | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
When prices go up in Singapore, every dollar counts. Eating out at hawker centres or cafes might seem convenient, but costs add up quickly, especially with rising food inflation. Ordering delivery can be even pricier, with service fees and minimum order requirements....
by chung chinyi | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Singapore’s blue-chip landscape in 2025 is characterised by resilient dividend yields amid challenging macroeconomic conditions. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has implemented accommodative policies with GDP growth projected at 0.0-2.0% for 2025, down...
by chung chinyi | Jun 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Investment Principles Analysis: Singapore Market Context 1. Volatility as Natural Market Behavior Core Principle Volatility represents the natural ebb and flow of market sentiment, driven by emotions rather than pure fundamentals. Sharp price swings are inevitable and...
