An Introduction to Types of Investments

Overview

Investments come in many forms. As MoneySense, a Singapore Government Agency website, explains, the options are plentiful, including shares, bonds, unit trusts, ETFs, and REITs. Before committing a cent, get a clear-eyed overview of every major investment product available in Singapore.

Shares and Bonds

Examples of these investments include Initial Public Offers (IPOs) for ordinary shares and tenders for government bonds. Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs) are one type of government bond. Different asset classes such as shares, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are listed on the exchange.

Unit Trusts and ETFs

Understand how ETFs track indices, their liquidity advantages, and how they compare to unit trusts in Singapore.