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    Smart Reads of the Week: STI Breaks 4000, Retail REITs Yield Over 5.5%, and Top Blue-Chip Performers

    Discover investment insights this week: STI at record highs, 5.5% retail REIT yields, top blue-chip performers, US tech growth stocks, and NTT’s 7.5% yield REIT IPO.
    The Smart InvestorBy The Smart InvestorJuly 13, 20252 Mins Read
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    This week, the Straits Times Index (STI) reached a historic high above 4,000. We explore whether the momentum can continue and what it means for Singapore’s equity market. At the same time, five retail REITs are offering yields of 5.5% or more—attractive options for income-focused investors.

    We also review the best-performing blue-chip stocks of the first half of 2025 and highlight four lesser-known local companies delivering higher profits. On the retirement front, four dividend-paying blue-chip stocks stand out as stable income generators. While banks have dominated headlines, several other Singapore stocks have quietly rallied.

    Meanwhile, in the US, four technology stocks make the cut for growth-focused portfolios. And in IPO news, NTT is preparing to launch its data centre REIT with a projected dividend yield of 7.5%.

    Here are this week’s top articles:

    5 Singapore Retail REITs Sporting Dividend Yields of 5.5% or Higher
    Retail-focused REITs are offering attractive yields in the current market—these five stand out for their strong income profiles.

    The Straits Times Index Hit an All-Time High Above 4000: Can This Momentum Continue?
    We examine the STI’s recent breakout and what it means for investors looking ahead.

    5 Best-Performing Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks for the First Half of 2025
    These blue-chip names led the pack in H1 2025—are they worth holding into the second half?

    4 US Technology Stocks Perfect for a Growth Investor’s Portfolio
    From AI to semiconductors, these US tech plays are driving innovation and long-term upside.

    While You Watched the Banks, These Singapore Stocks Took Off
    Beyond financials, we spotlight companies quietly outperforming with strong gains.

    Looking for Retirement Income? 4 Dividend-Paying Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks That Fit the Bill
    Seeking stability and payouts? These blue-chip stocks offer reliable income for retirement planning.

    4 Under-the-Radar Singapore Stocks Reporting Higher Profits
    Lesser-known names delivering bottom-line growth could offer overlooked opportunities.

    NTT is Launching its Data Centre REIT IPO with a Dividend Yield of 7.5%: Here’s What Investors Need to Know
    NTT’s upcoming REIT IPO could appeal to investors seeking income from the data infrastructure boom.

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