Markets may be hitting new highs, but seasoned investors know that opportunities often emerge when optimism and uncertainty collide.
This week’s Smart Reads looks at dividend-paying REITs still yielding above 6%, blue chips breaking through 52-week highs, and stocks positioned to grow in 2026.
We also examine global tensions and the warning signs Singapore investors should watch, explore second-chance opportunities after the bank rally, and break down the key details behind UIB REIT IPO.
To round things off, we revisit how to stay calm during volatile markets and highlight defensive dividend stocks beyond the STI.
Here are this week’s top articles:
4 REITs Still Yielding 6% or More Despite Market Highs
These REITs continue to offer attractive yields even as markets push higher.
New Year, New Market Highs: 5 Stocks Positioned to Grow in 2026
Five companies that could deliver growth as the new investing year unfolds.
Alert: 3 Red Flags for Singapore Investors as Global Tensions Explode
Key warning signs investors should watch as geopolitical risks rise.
Missed the Bank Rally? Here Are 3 Stocks That Could Be Your Second Chance
These companies could offer new opportunities after the strong run in bank stocks.
Breaking Out: 3 Singapore Blue Chips Smashing 52-Week Highs
These familiar names are reaching new highs as momentum builds.
UIB REIT IPO: 6 Things Dividend Investors Need to Know
A closer look at the upcoming REIT listing and what it means for income investors.
How to Invest During Market Volatility Without Panicking
A reminder of the discipline needed when markets become unpredictable.
Beyond STI: 3 Defensive Dividend Stocks for an Uncertain Stock Market
These lesser-known stocks could help stabilise portfolios in choppier conditions.
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