With the earnings season in full swing, we review the latest earnings report from United Overseas Bank Ltd (SGX: U11), or UOB.
Singapore’s third-largest bank by market capitalisation saw its net profit dip year on year for the quarter but remains confident of seeing its total income rise for 2024.
Over at OCBC Ltd (SGX: O39), we shared three quick findings on the bank’s latest earnings.
OCBC also announced a general offer for all the shares of Great Eastern Holdings (SGX: G07) that it does not own.
Elsewhere, we dived into the hospitality trust sector as an example of a bright beacon shining out of the storm surrounding the REIT sector.
Income-seeking investors should read on to find out if this REIT sub-sector can continue to increase its distributions.
Here is a list of our top articles for this week.
1. UOB Profit Dips, Maintains Optimistic Outlook for 2024: 5 Highlights from the Bank’s Latest Earnings
UOB reported a decent set of earnings for the quarter and signalled that its 2024 total income should see an increase over the previous year.
2. 3 Quick Thoughts on OCBC’s Latest 1Q 2024 Earnings Report
Check out a few snippets from OCBC’s latest financial results.
3. Hospitality Trusts Have Reported Good Results: Is There More DPU Upside for the Segment?
With hospitality trusts seeing a surge in demand for tourism and air travel, can this REIT sub-sector see further DPU upside?
4. 4 Singapore Blue-Chip Stocks You Can Buy and Hold Forever
Looking for stocks you can pass down to your children? Here are four blue-chip stocks that fit the bill.
5. 3 Singapore REITs That Raised Their DPUs
We filtered out three attractive Singapore REITs that managed to increase their DPU for the latest quarter.
6. 4 US Growth Stocks That Can Lift Your Portfolio to New Heights
Here are four solid US growth stocks that can power your portfolio to a higher level.
7. Better Buy: Mapletree Logistics Trust Vs Mapletree Industrial Trust
We compared two popular industrial REITs to determine which makes the better investment choice.
8. 4 Singapore Stocks Poised to Pay Out Higher Dividends
Looking for more dividends? We highlight four Singapore stocks that have the potential to increase their payouts.
9. 3 Singapore Companies That Conducted Acquisitions to Grow Their Business
These three companies undertook acquisitions to grow both their top and bottom lines.
10. Why Apple Can Be Your First Stock Investment
If you just started your investment journey, we give you a host of reasons why Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) is more than qualified to be your first stock.
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