If you are new to investing and have limited funds, $STI ETF(ES3.SI)$ is a great ETF to get started with.
The $STI ETF(ES3.SI)$ tracks the STI Index which comprises of the largest and strongest Singapore companies by market capitalisation. DBS occupies the top spot with 18% weightage followed by OCBC and UOB. Together the 3 Singapore banks takes up 43% of STI ETF.
The STI ETF is also the bellwether of the Singapore economy too.
In the latest economic report, Singapore's inflation is 5% due to high petrol and food prices. It is important to stay invested as inflation will erode the value of your hard-earned dollars otherwise.
$STI ETF(ES3.SI)$ is diversified and minimises your risk on single stocks. It also pays dividends half yearly too. Best of all it gives you the maximum bang for your hard earned dollars while you watch it grow. With high inflation, rising interest rates and volatility in the markets, $STI ETF(ES3.SI)$ is a defensive play and a safe haven to park your cash.
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