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    Smart Reads of the Week: Vertex Technology Acquisition Company, Sheng Siong and Stocks with Growth and Dividends

    We look at the first-ever business combination by a SPAC and analyse Sheng Siong’s falling share price.
    The Smart InvestorBy The Smart InvestorOctober 7, 20233 Mins Read
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    This week, we dug deeper into Singapore’s first business combination for a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).

    Vertex Technology Acquisition Company (SGX: VT1), or VTAC, has agreed to effect a merger with 17LIVE, a live social entertainment business.

    Meanwhile, shares of Sheng Siong (SGX: OV8) have touched their 52-week low.

    The retailer’s stock is suffering from a bout of poor investor sentiment as we explore whether its business can continue to do well.

    Elsewhere, we looked at several stocks that offer both growth and dividends.

    Such a combination will be attractive for investors who seek to build their retirement funds.

    Here is a list of our top articles for this week.

    1. Special Purpose Acquisition Company VTAC Announces a Business Combination: 5 Things Investors Need to Know About

    VTAC has announced an interesting business combination with 17LIVE. Read on to find out more about this transaction.

    2. Sheng Siong’s Share Price Has Tumbled to a 52-Week Low: Should Investors Get Worried?

    The retailer’s shares have plumbed a year low, so we examine the business to see if investors should be concerned.

    3. 4 Singapore Stocks with Growth and Dividends That Are Perfect for a Retirement Portfolio

    We highlight four attractive Singapore stocks that offer a combination of growth and dividends.

    4. 3 Singapore Blue-Chips with Share Prices at a 52-Week Low: Are They a Bargain?

    Blue-chip stocks are not immune to weak sentiment. Here are three that have fallen to their 52-week lows.

    5. 4 US Growth Stocks That Can Give You Explosive Returns

    Looking for growth stocks to include in your portfolio? You can consider these four US stocks that are displaying impressive growth numbers.

    6. If I Had S$20,000, Here Are 4 Singapore REITs I Will Buy

    Armed with S$20,000 of cash, here is why I will select these four Singapore REITs.

    7. 4 Singapore Companies Paying Dividends in October

    We profile four Singapore companies that are dishing out dividends this month.

    8. 3 Singapore REITs Conducting Asset Enhancements to Grow Their DPU

    Asset enhancement initiatives are an effective method for a REIT to achieve organic rental growth. Here are three REITs that conducted them.

    9. More Of The Latest Thoughts From American Technology Companies On AI

    The field of artificial intelligence is vast but exciting. Read on to find out more of our latest thoughts on a batch of American technology companies in this nascent industry.

    10. Buying a Good Stock is Easy, But Can You Hold?

    Buying a stock is as easy as clicking on a mouse or tapping on your smartphone, but can you hold it through good times and bad?

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