Overview of Investment Options
When you start investing in Singapore, you will find that the options are plentiful: shares, bonds, unit trusts, ETFs, and REITs. This guide offers a clear-eyed overview of every major investment product available in Singapore before you commit a cent.
Shares and Bonds
Shares and bonds are common investment products. Examples include Initial Public Offers (IPOs) for ordinary shares and tenders for government bonds. Some bonds, such as Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs), are issued by the Government of Singapore.
Listed Products and ETFs
Different asset classes such as shares, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are listed on the exchange. ETFs track indices and offer liquidity advantages; they can be compared with unit trusts in Singapore.