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Singapore stocks beat Wall Street over the last five years | Investing basics explained

ETFs, REITs, SSBs, T-bills - what do they all mean?

Singapore's stock market has outperformed Wall Street over the past five years, according to Emelia Tan, director of capital market development at Singapore Exchange (SGX). Hosts Kai Wen and Sue-Ann Tan discuss the popularity of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and the potential for higher returns on the SGX compared to the US stock market.

Diversification of investment portfolios is also highlighted as an important strategy. The podcast provides general information and should not be relied upon for making investment decisions; consulting a qualified financial advisor is advised.

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