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The bond market is also underpricing risks
(Aug 5): Interest rates around the world are heading lower as major central banks embarked on a fresh round of monetary easing. The US Federal Reserve cut its short-term policy rate, by 25 basis points as widely expected, for the first time since the end
August 01, 2019
US Economy
How different assets perform in an economic slowdown
(June 19): It appears that the US is entering the slowdown phase of the economic cycle. But what might that mean for returns across asset classes? And can a recession be avoided?
June 19, 2019
Asset management
Singapore's emergence as a 'Smart Financial Centre'
SINGAPORE (May 22): In 2015, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced the “Smart Financial Centre” plan as part of the Smart Nation vision for Singapore, designating the financial sector to lead innovation and the implementation of new tech
May 22, 2019
Bonds and treasuries
SIA establishes $2 bil medium term bond programme
SINGAPORE (Mar 14): Singapore Airlines has established a $2 billion medium term bond programme.
March 14, 2019
Investing strategies
Why 2019 might be a better year for investors: Schroders
After the disappointment of 2018, Schroders chief executive Peter Harrison rounds up the factors its fund managers think could lead to a brighter year ahead.
January 02, 2019
Update
Temasek exercises upsize option for retail bonds to $300 mil; trading starts this Friday
SINGAPORE (Oct 24): Temasek Holdings has successfully concluded the allocation of the public offer and placement of its new five-year Singapore dollar bonds, called T2023-S$ Temasek Bond, which come at a fixed interest rate of 2.7% p.a. over five years un
October 24, 2018
Global Markets
Emerging markets have had a good run. But things may get bumpier
TOKYO/KUALA LUMPUR (Apr 17): Emerging markets have weathered this year’s market volatility just fine so far. But some investors are using this as an opportunity to get a lot more selective, with challenges looming from trade tensions to the winding down
April 17, 2018
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How much money do you need to be free?
SINGAPORE (Mar 26): Animals are born free. In the first few minutes of life, they learn to crawl. Next, they take off into the woods. And soon, they will hunt for themselves.
March 26, 2018
Seven questions on corporate bonds answered
SINGAPORE (Mar 22): Investors face a constant dilemma over which assets, such as shares, bonds and property, to invest in. The answer is often that a mix of assets can help meet your goals. Different investments can perform well at different times. For ex
March 22, 2018