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

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

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

I’ve owned units of EC World Real Estate Investment Trust (SGX: BWCU) for a few years. However, the China-focused REIT with a portfolio of specialised and e-commerce logistics properties has faced some downward pressure in recent weeks as investors fret over the impact of the trade war and China’s devaluation of its currency. Despite the near-term headwinds, EC World will likely continue to be a key component of my portfolio for the foreseeable future. Here’s why. Portfolio of properties with favourable leases One of my main investment theses for EC World REIT is that it will provide stable or even growing dividends in the foreseeable future. This is because its portfolio of China properties have favourable lease terms with its tenants. Four of its seven properties

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

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) have skyrocketed in popularity in Singapore. Besides providing investors with exposure to a range of real estate, REITs also provide consistent and relatively high yields compared to the broader market.  But, with more than 40 REITs and stapled trusts in the market, which should investors buy? Below, I rank my top three REIT picks to buy now. No. 3: Riding on the e-commerce boom in China EC World Real Estate Investment Trust (SGX: BWCU) takes its place at the third spot on this list. One of the main reasons for this is the REIT’s comparatively high, yet sustainable yield. Based on current share prices, the pure-play China logistics REIT sports an attractive yield of 8.4%. To put that into perspective, its current yield is the second highest

Technical Analysis of FTSE ST REIT Index (FSTAS8670) FTSE ST Real Estate Investment Trusts (FTSE ST REIT Index) broke out from the 10 years resistance at 875 with significant increase in trading volume. The REIT index is currently retracing from the high 941.77 to  895.14 (-4.95%). Next immediate support zone is between 870 to 875 for a healthy correction.  Previous chart on FTSE ST REIT index can be found in the last post Singapore REIT Fundamental Comparison Table on July 1, 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 can be a healthy correction before the REIT index can move higher.   Fundamental Analysis of 42 Singapore REITs The following is the compila

Real estate plays are not stranger to Singapore investors. In this article, we zoom in on the real estate sector, uncovering three overlooked gems with strong potential for growth. Investors Takeaway: 3 Real Estate Plays With Growth Profile That Investors Will Love By RHB Starhill Global REIT  Starhill Global REIT is a hybrid office and retail REIT with presence in both Singapore and overseas market. Its retail portfolio has been facing some pressure from the deteriorating retail climate. However, according to RHB, its Singapore retail portfolio appears to be bottoming out. Rents at Orchard Road are looking to be inching up, along with the government’s effort to revamp the shopping precinct, should help shopper traffic to return and hence benefit Starhill Global REIT’s retail portfo