The week’s biggest news came on Friday when DBS Group (SGX: D05) announced the S$2.2 billion purchase of Citigroup’s Taiwan consumer banking unit.
This announcement comes hot on the heels of United Overseas Bank Ltd (SGX: U11) purchase of Citi’s franchise in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam.
We delve into the deal to highlight some interesting aspects for investors.
Meanwhile, it’s been a roller-coaster of a week for investors of US stocks.
The NASDAQ Composite Index, a bellwether index for a variety of technology companies, has slid into a correction after falling more than 10% from its peak.
We explore how you should react and take advantage of this development.
Sentiment for REITs had also soured due to the prospect of rising interest rates.
As unit prices fall, yield-seeking investors are seeing more opportunities to acquire strong, well-managed REITs with high distribution yields.
We present a few of these REITs as potential additions to your investment watchlist.
With the Lunar New Year around the corner, here’s wishing all our readers a prosperous Chinese New Year. Gong Xi Fa Cai!
Here is a list of our top articles for this week.
1. The NASDAQ Correction is Here: How to Make the Most of the Downturn
With the NASDAQ firmly in correction territory, here are a few tips on how you can react to this downturn.
2. DBS is Purchasing Citi’s Taiwan Division for S$2.2 Billion: 4 Things Investors Should Know
.DBS Group has announced a major acquisition of Citigroup’s Taiwan division. Here’s what investors need to know.
3. 4 REITs with Room for Growth in 2022
We introduce four REITs with catalysts that can allow them to grow their assets and distribution per unit this year.
4. Can Singapore’s STI Exceed its Pre-COVID High?
As the economic recovery takes hold, can Singapore’s bellwether Straits Times Index (SGX: ^STI) surpass its 2019 high?
5. Keppel DC REIT Reports 7.4% DPU Increase for FY 2021: 5 Things You Should Know
Data centre REIT Keppel DC REIT (SGX: AJBU) reported a pleasing set of earnings along with an increase in its DPU. Here are five things you should know about its results.
6. Keppel Corp’s Net Profit Hits Highest Level in 6 Years: 7 Things You Need to Know
Keppel Corporation Limited (SGX: BN4) has reported a sparkling set of earnings for its fiscal 2021. Here are seven highlights from its latest results.
7. China’s Future Mobility Market: A Trillion-Dollar Opportunity in The Making
If you want to own a slice of China’s promising electric vehicle and future mobility industries, here’s how you can do so.
8. How do Interest Rates Affect Stock Valuations?
With interest rates poised to rise, we take a closer look at how this phenomenon will impact stock valuations.
9. How to Survive the Market in the New Year
Here are some guidelines on how you can survive the stock market this year.
10. Your Stocks Are Losing Money. Should You Double Down Now?
It’s never pleasant to see your stocks decline. But should you buy more, hold your position, or sell?
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