Market Journal
When investing in a unit trust, a fund factsheet is an important document that offers insight into its objectives, strategy, and performance. Understanding how to read a fund factsheet is essential for evaluating investment opportunities effectively. In this article, we’ll cover the key information included in a factsheet, and why they’re important when evaluating a…Read More
Introduction: Think of This as Your Investment “Recipe Book” Imagine you’re learning to cook. You could toss random ingredients into a pot and hope for the best—or you could follow a recipe. For new investors, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) are like pre-mixed recipe kits: they bundle diverse investments into one simple package. In Singapore’s 2025 market,…Read More
The average person spends approximately 45 years in the workforce, accumulating wealth over time. Regardless of what the profession, education level or even social economic status is, it is essential for everyone to attain financial literacy and the skills to manage money1. Without proper financial knowledge and discipline, it is easy to fall into spending…Read More
This weekly update is designed to help you stay informed and relate economic and company earnings to potentially value-add your CFD (Contract For Difference) trading via hedging (risk reducing). This article should be used for educational purposes only and not as financial advice. We urge all traders to carry out your own due diligence before…Read More
Key Takeaways Tariffs are taxes on imports used to raise government revenue, protect local industries, and exert political pressure. While they can benefit domestic producers, they often lead to higher consumer prices, inflation, and retaliatory actions. In April 2025, the US imposed sweeping tariffs, 125% on Chinese goods, which prompted an 84% response from China…Read More
Introduction The foreign exchange (forex) market is influenced by a complex interplay of economic, political, and financial factors. Unlike technical analysis, which focuses on historical price movements, fundamental analysis seeks to understand the underlying reasons for currency fluctuations. This approach is essential for long-term traders, investors, and policymakers who need to assess currency strength based…Read More
This weekly update is designed to help you stay informed and relate economic and company earnings to potentially value-add your CFD (Contract For Difference) trading via hedging (risk reducing). This article should be used for educational purposes only and not as financial advice. We urge all traders to carry out your own due diligence before…Read More
Struggling to balance your income between expenses, savings, and investments? Without a plan, it’s easy to overspend on extravagant lifestyle choices and neglect long-term financial security. A well-structured and thought-out budget helps you meet all your needs, wants, savings, and debt repayment objectives. On the other hand, poor budgeting can deplete your savings and lead…Read More
SMART Portfolio Explained: Why It’s a Game-Changer for Young Investors
Published on April 15th, 2025Investing has undergone a transformational shift in recent years. Through the use of technology, we have the option to use robo advisors instead of traditional financial advisors Among these advancements, SMART portfolios have gained significant attention—especially among young investors, who now make up an impressive 40% of market participants. Technology has considerably simplified and made…Read More
Since the start of 2025, President Donald Trump has been announcing and hinting at implementingtariffs on countries such as Canada, China, the European Union, Mexico and more. With every newtariff announcement, the world heads towards a potential trade war. So far, the Trumpadministration has changed tariff rates, paused implementations and even refused negotiation,sending global markets…Read More

