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[Webinar] Income from Asia: Accessing Asia ex-Japan USD Credit in a Single TradeFSM Buzz

[Webinar] Income from Asia: Accessing Asia ex-Japan USD Credit in a Single Trade

Seeking income without sacrificing credit quality? Join Amova Asset Management on 15 September 2026, 7pm, as they unpack the investment case for Asia ex-Japan USD credit — a diversified, growth-backed asset class spanning over 1,000 bonds — and explore how investors can gain exposure through the Amova Asia Credit Index ETF, a passive SGX-listed solution available in USD and SGD-hedged share classes.

By FSM Global | 2 Days Ago |1305 Views
Cash now, cash later: Choosing the right cash-management solutionFunds

Cash now, cash later: Choosing the right cash-management solution

We identify suitable cash-management solutions based on when investors may need their money, from immediate liquidity to higher-return cash-plus strategies.

By Cyrus Ng, CFA, CAIA | 2 Days Ago |709 Views
Idea Of The Week: PIMCO Income Fund's 6% Distribution Yield — Income Sources and Trade-offFunds

Idea Of The Week: PIMCO Income Fund's 6% Distribution Yield — Income Sources and Trade-off

In an environment of persistent rate volatility, investors seeking stable cash flow may be better served by delegating duration and credit-risk management to an active manager, and by diversifying across bond sectors through a multi-sector strategy. This note introduces our global bond fund pick: PIMCO Income Fund.

By iFAST Research Team | 2 Days Ago |196 Views
[Webinar] Stay Ahead: FSM Managed Portfolio Updates + Navigating the AI WaveFSM Buzz

Halfway through 2026, are we better off? What can we expect for the second half of the year? Join us on 17 june, Wednesday at 7PM as we hear from our research analysts the current state of the AI rally and energy situation, as well as updates on our FSM MAPS portfolios that have weathered on with ease amidst the current backdrop. Note: This webinar was recorded on 17 June 2026. Markets might have shifted since then.

By FSM Global | 4 Days Ago |26 Views
Singapore’s Next Wave of Stocks Beyond the BanksETF Centre

Singapore’s Next Wave of Stocks Beyond the Banks

While the Straits Times Index (STI) has delivered stellar returns, nearly 60% of its weight is concentrated in just three bank stocks. Here is how the newly launched CGS Fullgoal Singapore Next 50 Active ETF (Q50) offers investors a way to tap into Singapore’s small- and mid-cap universe—balancing heavy banking exposure with REITs, technology, and healthcare.

By The Joyful Investors | 4 Days Ago |278 Views
Standard Chartered 2Q26: Softer momentum but credit fundamentals remain soundBonds

Standard Chartered 2Q26: Softer momentum but credit fundamentals remain sound

StanChart’s 2Q26 earnings softened sequentially but remained resilient, while strong liquidity, capital and stable asset quality continue to support its bonds.

By Cyrus Ng, CFA, CAIA | 04 Sep 2026 |384 Views
BNM Maintains OPR at 2.75% in September 2026Bonds

BNM Maintains OPR at 2.75% in September 2026

BNM kept the OPR at 2.75%, balancing resilient Malaysian growth against contained inflation, while remaining watchful of geopolitical and commodity-price risks.

By iFAST Research Team | 04 Sep 2026 |282 Views
This new Islamic fund returned 11.7% since inception. Should you buy in?Funds

This new Islamic fund returned 11.7% since inception. Should you buy in?

A defined 70/30 equity-sukuk mandate and a lower expense ratio have helped this new Islamic fund outpace the platform's only comparable peer since inception.

By You Weiren, CFA | 03 Sep 2026 |468 Views
Salesforce 2Q FY27 Earnings: AI Traction Builds Despite Slower Organic Growth, Downgrade to HOLDStocks

Salesforce 2Q FY27 Earnings: AI Traction Builds Despite Slower Organic Growth, Downgrade to HOLD

By iFAST Research Team | 03 Sep 2026 |412 Views
Japan’s dividend engine is reviving up: This fund offers 6%+ yieldFunds

Japan’s dividend engine is reviving up: This fund offers 6%+ yield

The combination of BOJ policy normalisation, stronger earnings and corporate governance reform is creating a favourable backdrop for rising dividends and shareholder distributions.

By Hu You | 03 Sep 2026 |933 Views