REITs are a popular and important part of the Singapore Exchange (SGX). There are close to 50 listed REITs, property-related business trust and REIT ETFs in Singapore. There are also numerous other unit trusts invested into Singapore and foreign listed REITs in Singapore. To get a better understanding of how well or badly Singapore REITs have performed, we dedicate significant time and resources to publish a report card each quarter. If you wish to catch up on previous quarters, you can refer to our regular REITs Report Card column. Read Also: Complete Guide To Investing In Singapore REITs How Has Singapore REITs Performed In The Year-To-Date 2019 To gauge how the Singapore REIT market has performed in the year-to-date (YTD) 2019, we can look at the iEdge S-REIT Index and the iEdge S-REIT

Keppel DC REIT (KDC REIT) is a pure-play data centre REIT listed on the Singapore Exchange. The REIT invests in a diversified portfolio of income-producing real estate assets which are used primarily for data centre purposes. On 23 October 2019, Keppel DC REIT held an EGM seeking unitholders approval to acquire Keppel DC Singapore 4 (KDC SPG 4) and DataCentre One (DC1). Source: KDC REIT EGM slides Keppel DC REIT had raised S$478.2 million through a private placement of 135 million units at an issue price of S$1.744 per unit, and a preferential offering of about 142 million units at an issue price of S$1.71 to fund the acquisition of the two data centres. The preferential offering was well received by unitholders with an oversubscription of 9.3 times. Here are the seven thin

Technical Analysis of FTSE ST REIT Index (FSTAS8670) FTSE ST Real Estate Investment Trusts (FTSE ST REIT Index) broke down from a Symmetrial Triangle consolidation pattern but rebounded from 200D SMA support. The REIT index has changed from 929.69 (last post) to 906.82 (-2.52%). Previous chart on FTSE ST REIT index can be found in the last post Singapore REIT Fundamental Comparison Table on Oct 8, 2019. Based on the current chart pattern,  the sentiment is BULLISH in the long term but REIT index is currently going through a correction.  REIT Index has to go above the 20D & 50D SMA in order to continue the uptrend. The recent sell off could be a welcomed correction before REIT index can charge higher.   Fundamental Analysis of 40 Singapore REITs The following is the compila

The REIT sector has been a surprise performer this year, with total returns of close to 20% year to date. This superb performance has been underpinned by a combination of low interest rates, ample liquidity, and continued strong operating performance for many REITs. Many investors have been surprised by this as the REIT sector is a mature one, with not many expecting it to outperform the benchmark index. However, another important question is, should investors start to trim their portfolios as REIT valuations head higher? After such a stellar performance this year, is there any upside left for investors? Perhaps the sector has run ahead of itself and is poised for a very painful and abrupt retreat. The above questions might be swirling in many investors’ minds, as several friends ha

Right now, I'm blogging from Festive Hotel in Sentosa.We decided that we needed a short break so my wife got us a 3D2N stay in Sentosa so that my mum can head to the Casino, my kids can get to Universal Studios, and I can get more work done in my hotel room. For the past few weeks, I am resolving my father's matters and have been shuttling to and fro my family lawyer's offices. When it comes to such matters, it's ok to be slow and steady but the most important thing is to be accurate so that the paperwork will be quick and painless.a) Financial marketsSingapore miraculously avoided a technical recession in Q3 2019 !Every workshop preview, I would conduct a poll on what my audience thinks about Q32019 but the polls consistently  vote a that technical recession will occur albeit with V

Technical Analysis of FTSE ST REIT Index (FSTAS8670) FTSE ST Real Estate Investment Trusts (FTSE ST REIT Index) is currently trading in a Symmetrial Triangle consolidation pattern on an uptrend. The REIT index has little change from 927.94 to 929.69 (+0.19%). So far 50D SMA proves to be a good support.  Previous chart on FTSE ST REIT index can be found in the last post Singapore REIT Fundamental Comparison Table on Sep 6, 2019. Based on the current chart pattern and and momentum,  the sentiment is BULLISH and the trend for Singapore REIT direction is still UP. Breaking out from a symmetrical triangle will send the REIT index to march towards the minimum target of 970.   Fundamental Analysis of 41 Singapore REITs The following is the compilation of 41 REITs in Singapore with

What an explosive bull run! From $1.00 in 2016, Keppel DC REIT share price went on a rampage to reach a high of $2.00 in 2019, representing a 100% increase in value within a span of just three years. Unitholders of Keppel DC REIT must be laughing all the way to the bank. Amid the current rally in S-REITs sector, is the current form of Keppel DC REIT share price sustainable? Hailed as the first pure-play data centre REIT listed in Asia on SGX, Keppel DC REIT is certainly riding on Singapore’s aspiration to become the Smart Nation. During its IPO, the portfolio comprised of only eight data centres. In the blink of eye, the portfolio has grown to 15 data centres spanning across Asia and Europe. The number of data centres will rise further to 17 as Keppel DC REIT is recently acquiring two da

Constructing a strong and effective portfolio is never an easy task, and the investor is responsible for continually reviewing his positions and tweaking them to optimise his capital allocation. Aside from trying to maximise gains from the growth of the companies within the portfolio, the investor also has to be aware of risks and be able to position the portfolio to mitigate them. It can feel like an attempt to juggle ten balls with just two hands! In my years of investing, I have learnt a lot about how to manage my portfolio such that I capitalise on the gains, earn a steady income, and yet, ensure the risks are adequately mitigated. This knowledge was gleaned through an iterative process of learning from mistakes, due diligence on companies, and tweaking individual positions. Here are

So here are some of the changes in the way I do my blog articles.This blog, which has a small and dedicated readership will become more "meta", focusing on thoughts on my evolution as a trainer as well as snippets on my personal life. For the folks who want to read about my politically incorrect theories about dating, that's going to remain here.For the more advanced investing articles, I will be posting on Dr Wealth.  The reason is that Dr Wealth has a much wider reach and have the SEO chops that brings more exposure for folks who wish to come for my workshop previews.My free workshops are rapidly evolving into an actual free public lecture that anyone can attend without making a substantial financial commitment for my courses. I've reached a stage in financial independence where I c

Last week, investors were finally given reason to cheer as China and the United States made peace-making gestures. Besides this, there was also some good news for investors of some Singapore-listed companies. Here are three companies that gave investors reason to smile. AEM Holdings Ltd (SGX: AWX) The semiconductor test handler provider announced that it has received S$280 million orders for delivery in 2019 and upped its guidance for full-year revenue to between S$285 million and S$305 million. This is an increase from its earlier announcement of S$255 million sales orders for delivery in 2019 and its previous guidance of between S$265 million and S$280 million. On the low end of its guidance and taking into account its first-half-year results, that translates to revenue of S$129.4 milli

With markets getting more efficient, investors are finding it more challenging to beat the market through active stock selection. Even esteemed investor Warren Buffett has said that average investors would probably be better off investing in index funds, rather than managing their own stock portfolio. The fact that actively managed funds have on average lagged market returns further emphasises this fact. So with that in mind, is it still possible for retail investors to outperform the stock market over the long-term? Think extremely long-term Investors often try to beat the market by finding underpriced stocks. However, underpriced stocks could mean three things:  The stock is underpriced relative to its assets; The stock is underpriced relative to its current earnings; and/or The s

Keppel DC REIT (SGX: AJBU) is the first pure-play data centre REIT listed in Asia. The REIT’s investment strategy is to invest in income-producing real estate assets used primarily for data centre purposes. Keppel DC REIT currently owns 15 data centres worth around S$2 billion as of 30 June 2019. On 16 September, the REIT announced the proposed acquisition of a 99% interest in Keppel DC Singapore 4 and a 100% interest in 1-Net North Data Centre. The former will be acquired for around S$384.9 million while the latter will cost S$200.2 million, for a total transaction value of S$585.1 million. These acquisitions will be funded by a combination of equity (raised from both a private placement and a preferential offering) as well as debt. An extraordinary general meeting will be convened

Keppel Corporation Limited (SGX: BN4) and Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd (SGX: S63), or ST Engineering, are two of the most prominent industrial conglomerates in Singapore. Though conglomerates usually have complex structures that render them difficult to understand, such structures also provide them with a hedge for the volatility in profits. In other words, they could be good long-term investments. In this article, we will try to find out which company is a better buy to consider over the long run. We are going to put the duo into two simple tests now to help us make our decision. Financial track record To start with, we will compare the financial performance of both companies in the last decade. This will help us assess the sustainability of the companies’ performance

With earnings season over, there has been little in the news to excite investors. However, three companies made announcements this week that will give shareholders reasons to cheer. Inclusion into index Keppel DC REIT (SGX: AJBU) announced that it will be included in the FTSE EPRA Nareit Global Developed Index from 23 September. While inclusion into an index does not impact its day-to-day operations, it generates greater investor interest and increases the trading liquidity of its stock. Mr. Chua Hsien Yang, CEO of Keppel DC REIT said, “This is a significant milestone for Keppel DC REIT, and bears testament towards our commitment in growing the REIT to be recognised amongst real estate equities worldwide. This will enhance Keppel DC REIT’s visibility to index funds, and suppor

Investors who are looking for cheap stocks to invest in may wish to sift through a list of companies that have recently hit a 52-week low, as this usually offers a fertile ground for such investments. However, it is not as simple as just buying cheap companies without digging a little deeper into the underlying reasons. The same situation can be applied to well-known companies as well. Despite being famous, such companies are also subject to the same economic forces and competitive threats as all other businesses. They have to grapple with economic headwinds and disruptive challenges to ensure that they stay relevant, and may even be forced to evolve and adapt to rapidly-changing conditions. Investors need to do their due diligence before committing their capital to cheap investments, as

Keppel DC REIT (SGX: AJBU) has been on a tear this year, with its share price rising by 35% year to date from S$1.36 to S$1.78. Inclusive of S$0.0755 worth of dividends received, the total return for the REIT has been 37.4% so far this year. The REIT’s trailing-12-month dividend yield has fallen to 4.2% from 5.6% at the start of this year. With such a stellar performance, can the REIT really live up to investors’ high expectations? Keppel DC REIT is the first pure-play data centre REIT listed in Asia, with a focus on investing in real estate assets used primarily for data centre purposes. Its current portfolio consists of 15 high-quality data centres with an aggregate lettable area of approximately 1.1 million square feet. The portfolio spans 10 cities in eight countries in As

Technical Analysis of FTSE ST REIT Index (FSTAS8670) FTSE ST Real Estate Investment Trusts (FTSE ST REIT Index) continues its uptrend after finding support at the uptrend support at about 890-900, changing from 895.14  to 927.94 (+3.67%). Uptrend is still intact as long as the uptrend line support line holds.  Previous chart on FTSE ST REIT index can be found in the last post Singapore REIT Fundamental Comparison Table on Aug 19, 2019. Based on the current chart pattern and and momentum,  the sentiment is BULLISH and the trend for Singapore REIT direction is still UP. The recent selling is a healthy correction before the REIT index can move higher.   Fundamental Analysis of 42 Singapore REITs The following is the compilation of 42 REITs in Singapore with colour coding of th

As one of the most popular investments in Singapore, we keep a close eye on the performance of S-REITs. After the corporate earnings announcements each quarter, we compile a comprehensive summary on our REITs Report Card column. How Singapore REITs Share Prices Have Fared In 2019, So Far Before we look at how individual REIT prices have moved, let’s look at the broad S-REIT indices in Singapore. There are two main indices – the iEdge S-REIT Index and the iEdge S-REIT 20 Index. The iEdge S-REIT Index comprises all the REITs listed in Singapore, while the iEdge S-REIT 20 Index, as its name suggests, only comprise the 20 largest and more tradeable REITs on the iEdge S-REIT Index. Read Also: Complete Guide To Investing In Singapore REITs The chart below depicts the iEdge S-REIT Index fluc

The Trade War is escalating.You can feel that coming as investors as you read the news that both Trump and Xi had continuously been playing a game of cat and mouse and it appears there's no way both could get a mutual agreement that might compromise one another.Last night was a bloodbath as Dow was down more than 600+ points while Nasdaq had fallen by 3%.It's pretty drastic in my opinion, but we are getting the hang of it with Trump.Up 2% on one night, down 3% the next day, and then up another 2%, and then down another 3%.Monday is going to be interesting especially for our STI index which is still at 3,110, and are still up by about 4-5% (inclusive of dividend) year to date.Not cool at all given we want a bigger drop like the ones we've seen most recently in 2016, at the very least.The ye

The Singapore stock market is home to many quality companies. Here are ten of my favourite shares listed on the SGX that you can consider buying in 2020 and beyond (listed in alphabetical order). 1. DBS Group Holdings Ltd (SGX: D05) DBS is Singapore’s largest bank with its tentacles spread out in many of the growing Asian nations, including China and India. In 2019, the bank was named by Euromoney as the “World’s Best Bank” – not an easy feat considering the competition it has the world over. Its established and growing presence in Greater China, South Asia, and Southeast Asia allows it to capture growth in this dynamic part of world for many years to come. 2. Haw Par Corporation Ltd (SGX: H02) Haw Par owns the widely-recognised Tiger Balm brand, a pain rel