Walk into any CBD hawker center during lunchtime, and you are surrounded by people who share almost identical financial profiles. They are in their mid-20s, earning a respectable starting salary of around $4,500, managing their first HDB flats, and diligently setting aside a few hundred dollars every month. On paper, they are all doing everything … Continue reading The Cost of Comfort: Why “Safe” Financial Decisions are Quietly Sabotaging Singaporean Millennials
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Why Are The Mag 7 Not Magnificent Anymore?
For the last few years, investing in the U.S. stock market felt like a simple game: buy the "Magnificent Seven" and watch your portfolio crush the competition. Driven by unbridled AI optimism and fortress-like balance sheets, this elite group—Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla—seemed completely unstoppable. At their peak in late 2025, they … Continue reading Why Are The Mag 7 Not Magnificent Anymore?
What Is Happening To Palantir? Is It A Good Time To Buy The Dip Now? The Truth Behind Palantir’s 48% Crash
Palantir ($PLTR$) has been on a brutal, painful downward spiral. The stock has dropped for over seven straight days, sinking roughly 30% this month alone to hit a new 52-week low of around $108. For context, that is a staggering 48% haircut from its all-time high of $207 back in November 2025. To the untrained … Continue reading What Is Happening To Palantir? Is It A Good Time To Buy The Dip Now? The Truth Behind Palantir’s 48% Crash
The Sleeping Giant Awakens: Why Sea Limited (SE) is Dominating 2026? Is It A Buy Now?
If you’ve been following the tech markets recently, one name is consistently making waves: Sea Limited ($SE). After a couple of years spent tightening their belts and focusing on "efficiency," the Southeast Asian titan has shifted back into high gear. But this time, it’s different. They aren't just burning cash for growth—they are minting it. … Continue reading The Sleeping Giant Awakens: Why Sea Limited (SE) is Dominating 2026? Is It A Buy Now?
Where To Park Your Spare Cash That Is Low Risk & Liquid (Easy to Withdraw)?
Question: "Hi Everyone, I have lump sum cash of $150k which I consider as spare cash. I do not need the money now but may need it in the future, estimated 5 years later. I know my time horizon is short. How should I invest? Should I open a brokerage account and put everything in? … Continue reading Where To Park Your Spare Cash That Is Low Risk & Liquid (Easy to Withdraw)?
Why I’m Adding Meta to the Portfolio: A Deep Dive into the Ad-Engine Giant
I just bought some Meta Platforms (Meta) shares and I wish to share with you why I am optimistic about Meta after its latest earning result. Here is the "why" behind the trade, backed by the latest hard data. 1. The Monetization Machine (Q1 Stats) While the headlines often focus on the Metaverse, the core … Continue reading Why I’m Adding Meta to the Portfolio: A Deep Dive into the Ad-Engine Giant
Everything You Need To Know About Supplementary Retirement Account (SRS); How It Works, Tax Relief And Withdrawal Strategies
If you are new or curious about Supplementary Retirement Account (SRS), and how it can help in your retirement and achieve significant savings while you are still working, this post may help you. First up, this video sums up what SRS is all about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFJM3kYxUG0 If you have no time to watch the video, here … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About Supplementary Retirement Account (SRS); How It Works, Tax Relief And Withdrawal Strategies
Warren Buffet Is Right Again… But Should You Chase Oil Stocks Now?
When the whole world starts to doubt the greatest investor, Warren Buffet, after he started buying Occidental Petroleum (OXY) shares in the last few years, he again proved the naysayers wrong this time round. Occidental Petroleum (OXY) remains a standout performer in Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio, climbing over 43% year-to-date. This surge is largely driven by … Continue reading Warren Buffet Is Right Again… But Should You Chase Oil Stocks Now?
How to Achieve $7,000 Per Month in Passive Income From CPF?
There was a recent article in The Straits Times that caught many Singaporeans' attention: a 71-year-old retiree named Janet is receiving a massive $4,600 monthly payout from CPF. But it gets even crazier—when you factor in her OA and MA interest, her total annual retirement income hits roughly $85,000, or about $7,000 a month. Having … Continue reading How to Achieve $7,000 Per Month in Passive Income From CPF?
I Sold 15k Of Singapore Savings Bond To Raise Capital To Buy The Dip
In my last post, I shared about how the volatility coming out of the Middle East can be a good opportunity. Today, I’m putting my money where my mouth is. What Is Happening? The Asian stock markets are currently experiencing significant volatility, largely driven by a sharp escalation in geopolitical tensions. As of March 5, … Continue reading I Sold 15k Of Singapore Savings Bond To Raise Capital To Buy The Dip
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