Children eagerly anticipate Chinese New Year, their eyes lighting up at the sight of red packets from elders.
These ang baos symbolize more than just money; they represent blessings, good fortune, and a protective boost for the lunar year ahead.
As investors, we can still embrace that sentiment.
In this season of new beginnings, a reliable flow of dividend income serves as the ultimate adult ang bao – a reward for patience and a safeguard for your investment portfolio.
As we charge into the Year of the Fire Horse, here are eight prosperous Singapore stocks recognized for their resilience, determination, and dedication to rewarding shareholders.
DBS Group Holdings
DBS stands as the undeniable leader in Singapore's banking industry.
By capitalizing on its digital strength, DBS has achieved record profits even amidst fluctuating interest rates.
This blue-chip institution demonstrated significant confidence by raising its total dividend for 2025 to S$3.06 per share – a remarkable 38% increase from the previous year.
With a forward yield of approximately 5.4%, DBS is a dominant force in dividends.
Even better, management intends to continue the S$0.15 quarterly capital return through 2027, ensuring this ang bao remains substantial for the foreseeable future.
Singapore Exchange, SGX
As Singapore's exclusive stock market operator, SGX represents a fundamental defensive holding.
But don't mistake it for being dull.
SGX has expanded into a global hub for derivatives, reducing its reliance solely on local equity trading.
The exchange distributed S$0.375 per share in fiscal year 2025 (FY2025) and is positioned to extend its run of quarterly dividend increases through FY2028.
For investors seeking a growing payout tied to global trading volumes in currencies and commodities, SGX offers a direct path to prosperity.
CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, CICT
If you have shopped at ION Orchard or visited CapitaSpring, you have indirectly engaged with CICT.
This Real Estate Investment Trust offers direct exposure to Singapore's core economy.
In 2025, CICT demonstrated its strength with a 6.4% year-on-year increase in distribution per unit (DPU) to S$0.1158.
Boasting occupancy rates close to 97% and a manageable debt level, it provides a dependable yield nearing 5%.
Investing in CICT is akin to owning a stake in Singapore's iconic urban landscape.
iFAST Corporation
iFAST is the high-growth contender on this list.
It has evolved from a basic wealth platform into an international fintech entity, aided by its UK banking license.
Although its dividend yield is modest compared to major banks, its growth trajectory is impressive.
In 2025, iFAST increased its dividend by 42.4% to S$0.08 per share.
With an ambitious goal to manage S$100 billion in assets by 2030, this stock suits investors seeking dividends combined with aggressive expansion.
Parkway Life REIT
The healthcare sector is the quintessential safe haven for investors.
While consumers might postpone purchasing a new device, healthcare remains essential.
Parkway Life REIT holds a robust collection of private hospitals and care facilities, with rental agreements that include inflation-linked escalations.
Having paid dividends for 19 consecutive years, this REIT epitomizes reliability.
Offering a yield of 4.5%, it provides stability and reassurance to a portfolio during market turbulence.
ST Engineering
With a record order book of S$32.6 billion, ST Engineering has secured enough projects to sustain operations for years.
As a global engineering leader, its work spans aircraft maintenance and smart city technology development.
The company will propose an ordinary dividend of 18 cents per share for FY2025, continuing a payout tradition spanning nearly twenty years.
Additionally, the board will propose a special dividend of 5 cents per share from recent divestment gains, resulting in a total payout of 23 cents.
Starting in 2026, the group plans to link dividend growth directly to profit increases, ensuring shareholders benefit from its success.
Frasers Centrepoint Trust, FCT
FCT dominates the suburban retail scene.
By owning shopping centers like Causeway Point and Waterway Point, it benefits from the daily expenditure of Singaporean households.
Even during economic downturns, suburban malls remain destinations for meals and essentials.
With a solid forward yield of 5.4% and occupancy rates approaching full capacity, FCT offers a predictable income stream backed by retail assets.
Sheng Siong Group
Sheng Siong is the classic defensive stock.
It has perfected the grocery business through efficient cost management and expansion into new public housing areas.
In 2025, the company maintained a total dividend of S$0.064 per share.
Supported by a strong balance sheet – featuring no debt and around S$400 million in cash – Sheng Siong is a bastion of financial health.
This supermarket chain is ideal for investors prioritizing security and consistent cash generation.
