US stock quick picks – Sep 6
Guide To The 50/30/20 Budget Rule, And How It Helps You Save For The Long-Term
The simplest solution is almost always the best one, on average. When it comes to managing your personal finances, the 50/30/20 budgeting rule is one such simple, yet powerful strategy to help you gain financial stability – and save for the long-term. At its core, the rule is a method for managing your income in […]
Global equity index slips ahead of US NFP; oil steadies – Sep 6
Today’s Market News Foreign investors struggle to keep up with India’s rise JPMorgan ditches call to buy Chinese stocks, citing ‘Tariff War 2.0’ risk China’s central bank sees room to cut reserve buffers to boost growth Japan prime minister hopeful Kono says govts should not intervene in deals Key developments on Friday: South Korea current […]
US stock picks – Sep 5
Stock Market News Dollar Tree shares slide after discounter cuts full-year forecast – CNBC Dick’s Sporting Goods blows past earnings estimates but issues cautious guidance ahead of 2024 election – CNBC Biden preparing to block Nippon’s US Steel takeover, Washington Post reports – Reuters Job openings fell more than expected in July in another sign of labor market […]
What Is The 4% Retirement Withdrawal Rule, And Why You Should Plan Beyond It
In Singapore, when the word “retirement” is discussed, it usually revolves around our CPF savings. However, our CPF savings is only one component of our retirement funds, especially since CPF LIFE monthly payouts only start from 65 years old. Ideally, we should build up a complementary retirement pot outside of our CPF funds. This can […]
Stocks fall with safe haven assets in demand, growth concerns in focus – Sep 5
Today’s Market News Malaysia stock exchange wants to ease institutions’ hold on stocks Chinese fund manager asks staff to return excess pay from past five years, sources say Foreigners retreat from Asian equities on doubt over tech valuations India’s steel ministry backs industry’s demand to raise tariffs Asia market summary The Philippines, Thailand, Taiwan – […]
Cost Guide to The Friends Of Wildlife Membership (Singapore Zoo/ River Wonders/ Night Safari/ Bird Paradise)
According to Tripadvisor, the Singapore Zoo is among the best things to do in Singapore. Besides the Singapore Zoo, there is also the Night Safari, River Wonders (formerly River Safari), and Bird Paradise (former Jurong Bird Park). For those planning to take multiple trips to these wildlife parks located at Mandai, it’s worth considering if we […]
US stock quick picks – Sep 4
Stock Market News Volkswagen warns of plant closures in Germany, citing ‘extremely tense’ situation – CNBC Vaxcyte’s shares jump on ‘promising’ early data on pneumococcal vaccine – Reuters Tesla’s China sales have best month of the year in August – Reuters Boeing’s cash flow goal to be delayed, says Wells Fargo as it downgrades stock – Reuters Weak manufacturing […]
5 Immersive Experiences in Singapore Under $30 To Take Your Kids For The Holidays
In Singapore, parents always look for engaging activities to entertain their children during school holidays. Ideally, these activities should be affordable, which isn’t always easy to find in our city-state. We want our kids to have fun but also to be immersed in experiences that offer learning opportunities. With the school holidays already here, we’ve […]
How Much Does It Cost For Singapore Cars To Enter Malaysia? And Is It Worth Your Time (And Money)?
Singaporeans who drive into Malaysia will know the drill. You enter Malaysia with as little fuel as you dare risk without getting caught, head over to a restaurant for an inexpensive but mightily satisfying seafood meal and stock up on some household necessities such as milk powder, milo, detergent, toilet paper followed by a car […]
