Asia shares up on China data, await clutch of central bank meetings
Asia shares up on China data, await clutch of central bank meetings **Equities:** The global selloff in stocks continued as concerns over rising inflation shook markets ahead of FOMC BOJ Meetings this week. Tech stocks led losses, notably Adobe, with disappointing slip. Attention now shifts to Nvidia’s GTC event for potential new chip unveilings. Despite […]
Tech pulls down Asia stocks, dollar gains on inflation data
**US Market:** U.S. benchmark bond yields hovered near the 4.3% mark, marking their biggest surge in three months after a notable increase in producer prices added to concerns about inflation. The 10-year Treasury yield maintained at approximately 4.28%, holding onto gains from the previous session. **Asian Market:** Asian stocks experienced a downturn, mirroring declines […]
Guide To EZ-Link X Touch ‘n Go Motoring Card: A Contactless Card For Your Cross-Border Expenses On The Road
Touted as Southeast Asia’s first dual-currency cross-border contactless smart card, the EZ-Link x Touch ‘n Go Motoring card is a 2-in-1 motoring card that can be used to pay motoring and travelling fees in both Singapore dollars (SGD) and Malaysia Ringgit (MYR). It was launched EZ-Link and Touch ‘n Go in August 2020. Catered for […]
Guide To Investing In Unit Trusts In Singapore
When it comes to investing, a common approach that many of us may take is to concentrate our portfolio on one or two asset classes that we are most comfortable with. The number of instruments within this portfolio would also be dependent on the amount of investment capital and expertise that we may have. However, […]
Why Nvidia Shares Up 70% So Far in 2024 – Making It The 3rd Most Valuable Company In The World
Stock markets in the US have recently reached new all-time highs. The S&P 500 Index is hovering above the 5,100 mark – up about 8% in 2024. One of the biggest reasons for this has been the hype surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI). Since OpenAI released ChatGPT in late 2022, it has become a global sensation. […]
Safe Place to Buy Insurance?? Confronting CEO of Havend!
Insurance is important, but the buying experience is marred by commissions and sales incentives. I… The post Safe Place to Buy Insurance?? Confronting CEO of Havend! appeared first on Sethisfy.
5 Things To Know About Resources Global Development (SGX: QSD), The Company That Engages In Coal Trading And Shipping Services In Indonesia
Though coal is the most carbon-intensive fossil fuel, it accounts for around a third of global electricity generation, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). Demand for coal has been rising in Asia, with the three largest coal producers—China, India, and Indonesia—producing record amounts in 2022. Particularly, in Indonesia, increased electrification and new coal-fired power […]
The Singlife Account – How Does It Stack Up Against Other High-Interest Accounts?
Launched in November 2019, the Singlife Account delivers a promotional base return of 3% per annum (p.a.) on the first $10,000 deposited without any lock-in period and 1% p.a. on the next S$90,000. Users can enjoy up to 4% per annum on their first $10,000 through participation in 2 bonus campaigns that will earn an additional […]
I Attended InsureXpo 2024 Without The Intention To Stay Till The End. Here’s What Changed My Mind.
One of the perks of being a financial writer at DollarsAndSense is that I get to attend many personal finance events in Singapore. While some are held regularly each year, a few, like InsureXpo 2024, are being held for the first time. Held on March 2 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, […]
Asia stocks sputter before US inflation data; yen gains
Indexes Dow 38,949.02 / -23.39 / -0.06% Nasdaq 15,947.74 / -87.56 / -0.55% S&P 500 5,069.76 / -8.42 / -0.17% Key Highlights US 10-yr Trsy ylds stable at 4.28%. Besides US PCE, mkts anticipate inflation data from German, France and Spain. MSCI’s broadest of APAC ex-Japan +0.06%. Nikkei -0.45% from Tue’s record peak. Kospi -0.54%. China CSI-300 +0.82%, […]
