Dear Smart Investor,
It’s been another busy week in the markets.
Chinese stocks are cheaper than they’ve been in some time as uncertainty continues to linger over the regulatory environment.
While some see opportunity and a great deal, others may be convinced that the discounts aren’t big enough to compensate for the risks.
In this week’s Smart Reads, we cover both sides of the argument.
Closer to home, we ran a poll on Telegram last week asking our members how old they were when they purchased their first stock.
Many of our Telegram readers who responded indicated that they started in their 20s.
Indeed, Channel News Asia also reported that the pandemic and work-from-home arrangements have spurred a flurry of new retail investors, especially younger, first-time ones.
You can read more about three stocks that are perfect for younger investors in our top stories this week.
Now onto our top articles for the week.
1. Top Growth Stocks for September 2021
Here are several growth stocks you can consider for your portfolio this month.
2. 3 Stocks That are Perfect for Investors in Their 20s
If you’re in your 20s and just starting investing, here are three stocks that we believe are perfect for you to grow your portfolio.
3. 4 Chinese Stocks to Keep Your Eye On
If you’ve not been scared off by the recent moves by the Chinese government, here are four Chinese stocks you can consider investing in. For those still concerned, the other side of the argument can be found here.
4. These Stocks Are Paying Higher Dividends: Are They a Buy Today?
These companies managed to beat the odds and announced higher year on year dividends. Should you consider them for your portfolio?
5. 4 REITs Yielding More than 5%
Here are four REITs with distribution yields greater than 5% that may fit snugly into your income portfolio.
6. The Top 10 Most Influential Blue Chips in the Straits Times Index
We find out which are the top 10 most influential blue chips in Singapore.
7. Demand for Rubber Gloves to Hit a New High This Year: Can Glove Makers Profit?
Rubber glove demand has not abated even with the rise in vaccination rates globally. Can glove manufacturers continue to profit from this trend?
8. Semiconductor Sales Forecasts Are Upgraded for the Third Time: These Stocks May Benefit
With semiconductor sales forecasts being upgraded time and again, we believe these companies can see their revenue and profits rising in tandem.
9. ComfortDelGro Recently Snagged a $1.1 Billion Rail Contract: Should Investors Rejoice?
Transport giant ComfortDelGro Corporation Limited (SGX: C52) has bagged a major rail contract in New Zealand. Could this signal better times ahead for the company?
10. 3 Steps You Can Take to Better Prepare Yourself for Retirement
Worried about not being able to retire comfortably? Here are three steps you can take to better prepare yourself.
11. 3 Things to Consider Before You Invest Your CPF Money
It’s a great idea to put your CPF money to work. But before you do so, here are three things you should consider first.
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