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    Smart Reads of the Week: OCBC, CapitaLand Investment and REITs with Rising DPUs

    We review the earnings from the last local bank to report and also check out REITs that have raised their distributions.
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    This week, we turn our attention to the first quarter results from the last of the three local banks, OCBC Ltd (SGX: O39).

    The lender, like its peers, had reported a sterling set of earnings that were boosted by sharp interest rate rises.

    Meanwhile, CapitaLand Investment Limited (SGX: 9CI) also released its first-quarter business update.

    We review the property giant’s latest report card to see how its business is progressing.

    Elsewhere, we also located several REITs that posted rising distributions.

    They managed to do so despite facing challenges relating to high inflation and surging interest rates.

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

    1. OCBC Reports a Record Net Profit of S$1.88 Billion: 5 Things to Know About the Bank’s Latest Earnings

    Here are five highlights from OCBC’s latest earnings report.

    2. CapitaLand Investment Limited Continues to Grow its Funds Under Management: 5 Highlights from the Property Group’s 1Q 2023 Business Update

    The property giant announced a respectable set of numbers for its latest business update.

    3. 4 Singapore REITs That Reported Year-on-Year DPU Increases

    We teased out four REITs that managed to eke out year on year increases in distributions despite a tough operating environment.

    4. These 3 Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks Are Unlocking Value: Can Their Share Prices Keep Rising?

    Here are three Singapore blue-chip stocks that have unlocked significant value for their shareholders. We explore if their share prices can continue to do well.

    5. Mapletree Industrial Trust Plans to Strengthen its Portfolio Through Acquisitions: 5 Highlights from the REIT’s Latest Earnings

    Mapletree Industrial Trust (SGX: ME8U) reported a decent set of earnings and the CEO of the manager is prepared to boost the portfolio through acquisitions and divestments.

    6. Looking to Beat Inflation? 4 Singapore Stocks with High Dividend Yields

    If inflation is making you worry, perhaps these four Singapore stocks with high dividend yields could end up on your buy watchlist.

    7. 5 US Restaurant Stocks with Higher Profits: Can They Continue to Grow?

    We uncover five restaurant stocks that posted higher year on year profits and assess if they can continue to grow.

    8. Hospitality REITs Reported Increases in DPU: Is There More Upside for This REIT Sector?

    The hospitality sector has done well with the surge in air travel and tourism. We review the hospitality REITs to determine if there could be more upside for the sub-segment.

    9. Share Prices of These 4 Singapore Stocks Have Skidded to Their 52-Week Lows: Can They Recover?

    Investors who like to trawl through the bargain bin may be interested in these four Singapore stocks. We review their businesses to see if they can manage to recover.

    10. 9 Psychological Pitfalls to Watch for When Investing

    This round, we look at three common illusions that can interfere with your investment process.

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