Discussion of ETFs

Types of ETFs on the SGX

Are there drawbacks to buying ETFs

STI or S&P 500

Exploring SSBs and T-bills

REITs and the dividend play

How to build an investment portfolio

ETFs, REITs, SSBs, T-bills - what do they all mean?

In this episode, SGX director of capital market development Emelia Tan breaks down different investment assets and compares which ones are suitable for you. 

Hosts Kai Wen and Sue-Ann discuss why ETFs are so popular now, how to diversify your investment portfolio, and whether the SGX or US stock market gives higher returns. 

Highlights (click/tap above):

0:00 Introduction and discussion of ETFs

7:41 Types of ETFs on the SGX 

9:03 Are there drawbacks to buying ETFs

12:03 STI or S&P 500

16:27 Exploring SSBs and T-bills

26:24 REITs and the dividend play

35:50 How to build an investment portfolio

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Hosts: See Kai Wen (seekw@sph.com.sg) and Sue-Ann Tan (suetan@sph.com.sg)

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producer: Danson Cheong

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ETFs, REITs, SSBs, T-bills - what do they all mean?
In this episode, SGX director of capital market development Emelia Tan breaks down different investment assets and compares which ones are suitable for you.&nbsp;
Hosts Kai Wen and Sue-Ann discuss why ETFs are so popular now, how to diversify your investment portfolio, and whether the SGX or US stock market gives higher returns.&nbsp;
Highlights (click/tap above):
0:00 Introduction and discussion of ETFs
7:41 Types of ETFs on the SGX&nbsp;
9:03 Are there drawbacks to buying ETFs
12:03 STI or S&amp;P 500
16:27 Exploring SSBs and T-bills
26:24 REITs and the dividend play
35:50 How to build an investment portfolio
Follow See Kai Wen on LinkedIn: <a href="https://str.sg/qfwqQ">https://str.sg/qfwqQ</a>
Follow Sue-Ann Tan on LinkedIn:<a href="https://str.sg/A86X"> https://str.sg/A86X</a>
Read Sue-Ann Tan's articles:<a href="https://str.sg/mvSa"> https://str.sg/mvSa</a>
Hosts: See Kai Wen (<a href="mailto:seekw@sph.com.sg">seekw@sph.com.sg</a>) and Sue-Ann Tan (<a href="mailto:suetan@sph.com.sg">suetan@sph.com.sg</a>)
Produced &amp; edited by: Amirul Karim
Executive producer: Danson Cheong
Follow the Headstart On Record Podcast here:
Channel:<a href="https://str.sg/wB2m"> https://str.sg/wB2m</a>
Apple Podcasts:<a href="https://str.sg/wuN3"> https://str.sg/wuN3</a>
Spotify:<a href="https://str.sg/wBr9"> https://str.sg/wBr9</a>
YouTube: <a href="https://str.sg/3psqrx">https://str.sg/3psqrx</a>
Feedback to: <a href="mailto:podcast@sph.com.sg">podcast@sph.com.sg</a>
Get business/career tips in ST's Headstart newsletter:<a href="http://str.sg/headstart-nl"> https://str.sg/headstart-nl</a>
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Follow more ST podcast channels:
All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: <a href="https://str.sg/wvz7">https://str.sg/wvz7</a>
Get more updates: <a href="http://str.sg/stpodcasts">http://str.sg/stpodcasts</a>
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Do note: All analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast are for your general information only. You should not rely on them in making any decision. Please consult a fully qualified financial adviser or professional expert for independent advice and verification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SPH Media shall not be liable for any loss arising from the use of or reliance on any analyses, opinions, recommendations and other information in this podcast. SPH Media accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever that may result or arise from the products, services or information of any third parties.
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Get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finance, career and life with The Straits Times.

Podcasters: Sue-Ann Tan & See Kai Wen

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producer: Elizabeth Law

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finance, career and life with The Straits Times.
Podcasters: Sue-Ann Tan &amp; See Kai Wen
Produced &amp; edited by: Amirul Karim
Executive producer: Elizabeth Law
A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

Headstart On Record

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finance, career and life with The Straits Times.

Podcasters: Sue-Ann Tan

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producers: Ernest Luis, Lynda Hong & Joanna Seow

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finance, career and life with The Straits Times.
Podcasters: Sue-Ann Tan
Produced &amp; edited by: Amirul Karim
Executive producers: Ernest Luis, Lynda Hong &amp; Joanna Seow
A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.