Given the potential for Reits to outperform in a muted Singaporean economy due to their attractive dividend yields, the question arises: should investors consider shifting their investments from banks to Reits? Howie Lim finds out from the experts.

Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips.

Highlights:

01:10 The current landscape

03:26 Reits vs. banks vs. STI?

06:42 Outlook for the rest of 2025

09:25 Strategic portfolio approach

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Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg)

With Daphne Tan, head of business development, CMC Markets Singapore; and Ritesh Ganeriwal, managing director and head of investment and advisory, Syfe

Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh

A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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