Many people believe successful investing is all about choosing the right stocks, but psychology often plays a much bigger role than technical knowledge. In this post, I share why mastering your emotions and developing the right mindset could be one of the most valuable investments you ever make.
iShares Barclays USD Asia High Yield Bond Index ETF (SGX: QL3 / O9P): 10 Key Things Investors Should Know Before Investing
The iShares USD Asia High Yield Bond ETF (SGX: QL3 / O9P) allows investors to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of high-yield (‘junk’) bonds issued by governments and companies across Asia (excluding Japan). But how exactly does the ETF work, what are the risks involved, and who is it suitable for? In this post, I’ll walk you through the key things investors should know before deciding whether this ETF deserves a place in their portfolio…
The Biggest Investing Mistake Isn’t Choosing the Wrong Stock
Is buying the wrong stock really the biggest investing mistake? In this post, I explore why fear, perfectionism, and waiting for the ‘perfect time’ often do far more damage to long-term wealth than making the occasional investment mistake…
Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (NYSE ARCA: VYM): Why It May Not Be the ‘High Yield’ ETF You Expect
The Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (NYSE ARCA: VYM) is one of the largest dividend-focused ETFs in the world, with more than 600 holdings and over US$80 billion in assets under management. In this post, you’ll learn how the ETF selects its stocks, its sector allocation and top holdings, dividend payout history, fees, historical performance, and the key risks investors should consider before deciding whether it deserves a place in their investment portfolio.
Singapore Post Limited (SGX: S08): Summary of Annual Report for FY2025/26
Singapore Post Limited (SGX: S08), or SingPost, is undergoing a major transformation as it adapts to the structural decline in traditional mail while positioning itself for long-term growth in eCommerce logistics. Following the release of its FY2025/26 Annual Report on Wednesday (24 June 2026), this post summarises the Group’s latest financial performance, strategic priorities, business initiatives, balance sheet strengthening efforts, sustainability progress, details of its upcoming AGM, and my thoughts on the key drivers that could shape SingPost’s turnaround in the years ahead.
Mapletree Industrial Trust (SGX: ME8U): Summary of Annual Report for FY2025/26
Mapletree Industrial Trust (SGX: ME8U), or MIT, is a REIT with a portfolio of industrial properties and data centres across Singapore, North America, and Japan. As at 31 March 2026 (FY2025/26), it owned 136 properties with a total asset value of S$8.3 billion. Following the release of its FY2025/26 annual report on Monday (22 June), this post highlights the REIT’s latest financial performance, challenges facing its North American portfolio, progress on its portfolio repositioning strategy, and management’s plans to navigate these headwinds. I will also be sharing details of its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM), along with my thoughts on MIT’s outlook moving forward.
Mapletree Logistics Trust (SGX: M44U): Summary of Annual Report for FY2025/26
Mapletree Logistics Trust (SGX: M44U), or MLT, is a leading logistics-focused REIT with a portfolio spanning key markets across the Asia-Pacific region. Since its listing in 2005 with just 15 properties, the REIT has grown substantially and today owns 175 logistics assets with a combined valuation of S$13.1 billion. Following the release of its FY2025/26 Annual Report last Friday (19 June), I took a closer look at the REIT’s latest performance, portfolio developments, balance sheet strength, and management’s outlook for the year ahead. In this post, I will share the key highlights from the report, details of its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM), as well as my personal observations on how MLT is navigating the current operating environment and positioning itself for long-term growth.
iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (NYSE ARCA: IJH): 9 Essential Things Investors Should Know Before Investing
When it comes to investing in US equities, most investors tend to focus on either the large-cap companies found in the S&P 500 or the smaller companies within the Russell 2000 Index. Sitting between these 2 segments is the iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (NYSE ARCA: IJH), which provides exposure to around 400 mid-sized US companies that have already established their business models while still possessing meaningful growth potential. In this post, you’ll learn more about the ETF’s portfolio composition, sector exposure, top holdings, dividend payouts, historical performance, risks, and whether it deserves a place in your investment portfolio.
Vanguard Value ETF (NYSE ARCA: VTV): 8 Key Things You Should Know Before Investing
For investors looking to gain exposure to established US companies trading at attractive valuations, the Vanguard Value ETF (NYSE ARCA: VTV) is one of the most popular options available. Tracking the CRSP US Large Cap Value Index, the ETF provides exposure to more than 300 value-oriented companies across a wide range of sectors. In this post, I’ll be taking a closer look at the ETF’s holdings, sector diversification, dividend payouts, historical performance, risks, fees, and how it compares with the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSE ARCA: VOO) to help you determine whether it deserves a place in your investment portfolio.
Singapore Post Limited (SGX: S08): What I Learned from a Site Visit to its Regional eCommerce Logistics Hub
At the invitation of SGListCos, I visited SingPost’s Regional eCommerce Logistics Hub to see its newly installed automated sorting systems in action and learn more about the company’s transformation plans from CFO Mr Isaac Mah. In this post, you’ll find key highlights from the presentation, video clips of the new automated machines in operation, as well as insights from the Q&A session covering growth plans, dividends, competition, the decline in international parcel revenues, and the company’s roadmap under its new management team.
