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Invest Smart: Add These 5 Singapore Stocks to Your Watchlist

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Investing consists of a learning journey where we look at how we can improve our results over time. One way to invest smarter is to look for businesses that are doing well, rather than trying to wait for a hobbled business to post a turnaround. While the latter may deliver a sharp increase in share price, it’s also tougher for companies to post a successful turnaround from losses to profits.
5 Singapore Stocks Hitting Their 52-Week Highs: Should They Be on Your Watchlist?

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Sentiment has improved considerably after the initial fears over Trump’s raft of tariffs. The Straits Times Index (SGX: ^STI) has rebounded strongly and is just below the 4,000 level as I write this article. As a result, several companies have hit their 52-week highs as investors turn optimistic about their prospects. However, should you add the five companies below to your buy watchlist? Let’s take a deeper dive to find out.
SGX Stocks Shine: Fortune Southeast Asia 500's Top Dogs & Newcomers

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Last year, Fortune magazine compiled its inaugural list of Southeast Asia’s Top 500 companies from Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, and the Philippines. 2025 marks the second edition of this most-wanted list. Companies are ranked by revenue for their latest available respective fiscal years, and these have all been converted to US dollars at the prevailing exchange rates.
This Glove Company's Share Price Plunged 36% from its High: Can it Regain its Mojo?

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

While the Straits Times Index (SGX: ^STI) may be one of the better-performing indices this year, some stocks in the Singapore market have suffered steep share price declines. One of these is Riverstone Holdings (SGX: AP4). The glove maker saw its share price tumble by nearly 37% year-to-date (YTD) to its 52-week low of S$0.68. This fall came after the group posted a heady performance in 2024 with a share price gain of 52%.
Why Choose Singapore REITs? 3 Must-Know Advantages

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

REITs are a well-known asset class favoured by income investors. The sector is known for its steady and dependable distributions that are the hallmark of a predictable passive income stream. But what makes REITs more attractive than, say, investing in a physical property? After all, investment properties are popular in Singapore and are touted by property agents as providing steady capital appreciation and good rental yield.
3 Singapore-Based US-Listed Stocks with Explosive Growth Prospects

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Not all local companies choose to list on the Singapore Exchange (SGX: S68). Some may seek to list on other bourses because of their business models, which could be more appreciated in other countries. Other reasons could include valuations and liquidity. That said, such companies could also demonstrate solid growth prospects despite being listed on a foreign stock exchange. Here are three Singapore-based growth stocks that are listed in the US.
Here's How to Build Generational Wealth with These 4 Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Many people believe it’s essential to leave a lasting legacy for future generations. Apart from cash and property, you can also bequeath shares of high-quality companies to the next generation. To ensure that your kids and grandkids need not spend too much time managing these stocks, you should pick quality, blue-chip stocks that can coast along through good times and bad.
14 Years of Sheng Siong: How Much You Gained Investing in 1,000 IPO Shares

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Sheng Siong (SGX: OV8) is one of the outstanding performers in Singapore’s stock market. Since its initial public offering (IPO) on 17 August 2011, shares of the supermarket operator have surged significantly from its IPO price of S$0.33. Sheng Siong’s last close was S$1.86, registering a gain of more than sixfold for those who held on since the IPO. But hold on, that’s not all. There are still the steady and increasing dividends that the supermarket operator has paid out over the years.
Can Frasers Centrepoint Trust Continue to Increase its DPU?

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

Frasers Centrepoint Trust (SGX: J69), or FCT, is one of the few REITs to have done well in the last two years. The retail REIT’s performance held up despite the twin challenges of elevated interest rates and soaring inflation. It’s a testament to FCT’s resilience as its portfolio of suburban retail malls serves heartlanders who need to shop there for daily necessities and food. However, investors may be wondering if the REIT can continue with this solid track record.
Looking for Red-Hot Growth Stocks? These 4 US Companies Could be Right for Your Portfolio

1 week ago | thesmartinvestor.com.sg | Royston Yang

The US market is a fertile hunting ground for solid growth stocks. When held over the long term, these companies can help to grow the value of your portfolio steadily through capital appreciation. To filter these stocks out, it’s essential to look for companies that demonstrate a robust growth track record and possess catalysts that can take their business to the next level. We shine the spotlight on four growth stocks that you can consider adding to your growth buy watchlist.