Market Journal
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a challenging March, with most asset classes posting negative returns as market volatility persisted across global markets. However, oil and Bitcoin emerged as notable exceptions, demonstrating resilience amid broader market weakness. Mixed Performance Across Asset Classes in March The commodity sector provided the standout performance in March, with the SPDR S&P…Read More
Company Overview iX Biopharma Ltd is a pharmaceutical company founded in 2008 and listed on SGX Catalist in 2015. The company specialises in proprietary drug delivery technologies, WaferiX and WaferlogiX, which enable sublingual delivery of therapeutics with enhanced bioavailability and rapid absorption. With a pipeline of over 30 pharmaceutical drugs and 7 nutraceutical products, iX…Read More
Strategic Divestment to Enhance Portfolio Quality First REIT has announced a comprehensive divestment strategy for its Indonesian healthcare assets, proposing to sell eight hospitals and three non-hospital properties for S$471.5mn. The purchaser, PT Siloam International Hospitals Tbk, will acquire these assets in the first tranche of what represents a strategic pivot towards developed markets. Company…Read More
Company Overview The CSOP iEdge S-REIT Leaders Index ETF (SRT) is an exchange-traded fund that provides diversified exposure to Singapore’s real estate investment trust market. The ETF maintains a well-balanced portfolio across eight sectors, with industrial properties representing the largest allocation at 29.3%, followed by office properties at 20.1%. This diversification strategy positions the fund…Read More
Company Overview A-Sonic Aerospace Ltd, listed on the SGX Main Board in 2003, has evolved from an aircraft systems and aerospace components supplier into a comprehensive logistics solutions provider. The company operates across 28 cities in 14 countries, spanning four continents including Asia, North America, Europe, and the Indian subcontinent. A-Sonic specialises in supply chain…Read More
Sector Performance and Recent Developments Singapore’s air transport sector delivered steady performance in February 2026, with China Aviation Oil leading gains at 14.1%, followed by Singapore Airlines at 12.9%, SIA Engineering at 5.7%, and SATS at 2.6%. China Aviation Oil’s outperformance was attributed to better-than-expected second-half results, with net profit surging 68.3% year-on-year. Scoot demonstrated…Read More
Sector Performance Driven by Memory Demand The semiconductor sector has demonstrated robust performance over the past three months, with the Semiconductor ETF rising 2.3% and significantly outperforming the S&P500’s decline of 7.8%. Memory companies have been the standout performers, surging 44% driven by overwhelming demand from hyperscalers for memory chips amid insufficient cleanroom capacity. This…Read More
Beyond the Korean Wave And Pop Culture South Korea is home to one of Asia’s most dynamic and internationally significant stock markets. From semiconductor giants to K-beauty innovators, the South Korean market offers a compelling mix of global brands, growth sectors, and an increasingly investor-friendly regulatory environment. If you have been thinking about adding South…Read More
Crude Oil, also known as “Black Gold”, has played a significant role in advancing human civilisation. It has powered economies during times of peace albeit highly contested during periods of conflict. Crude oil, as a commodity, has contributed to the rise of nations but the decline of others. The price of crude oil has a…Read More
The Unspoken Fear: Will Your Wealth Outlast You? Across Singapore’s affluent households, a quiet but profound anxiety is taking hold. According to a recent survey of high-net-worth individuals, two in three affluent Singaporeans fear their wealth will not survive beyond their children’s generation. Three in four are concerned that their heirs lack the financial literacy…Read More

