Monthly Archives: May 2022

Investors went for higher interest rates – Singapore Savings Bonds

Posted on May 31, 2022 by limkimtong

Investors knew what they wanted. With higher interest rate of investment, they jumped in. The latest allotment exercise of the Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB) was a clear indication. Issuance date Average annual rate of return % Max offered ($) Total … Continue reading →

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Volatile May 2022 for stocks

Posted on May 28, 2022 by limkimtong

Major stock indices of US and Europe declined sharply on 9 May for month to date. But for 27 May, most stock indices rebounded. Stock Indices 1 to 9 May Change (%) 1 to 27 May Change (%) Nasdaq (USA) … Continue reading →

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Validation of Driving Licence

Posted on May 27, 2022 by limkimtong

On reaching age 65 years old, Road Traffic Rules require drivers with valid driving licence to go for medical examinations. These medical examinations are to assess medical fitness for driving. I chose to stop driving because I will not pass … Continue reading →

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Would I sell SPH Reit to Cuscaden Peak?

Posted on May 21, 2022 by limkimtong

I am a shareholder of SPH and SPH Reit. SPH was sold to Cuscaden Peak Pte Ltd and delisted from the Singapore Exchange. I do not wish to see SPH Reit join the same fate. The reasons: My purchase cost … Continue reading →

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We have grown older, my classmates

Posted on May 20, 2022 by limkimtong

The last time we met together for lunch was on 6 March 2020. This was before the Circuit Breaker to break the spread of Covid-19 coronavirus. We did not meet again for more than two years. It was in this … Continue reading →

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Live another day meaningfully

Posted on May 18, 2022 by limkimtong

Each morning First thought came to my mind I am awake and live again The past day was over I am thankful I live for today I want to be kind to myself Set aside fear of untoward happening Love … Continue reading →

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Stock markets declined sharply

Posted on May 10, 2022 by limkimtong

Major stock indices of US and Europe declined sharply yesterday. Nasdaq lost 4.29% in a single day, followed by S&P 500 losing 3.20%. Stock Indices 9 May Change (%) Nasdaq (USA) (4.29) S&P 500 (USA) (3.20) CAC 40 (France) (2.75) … Continue reading →

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Deferring CPF Life monthly payout till age 70

Posted on May 6, 2022 by limkimtong

One can decide to receive CPF Life monthly payout from age 65 years old. Three months before your birth date (65 years old), CPF will send you a notice about said payouts. It will ask you for your plan for … Continue reading →

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Interest rates shot up for Singapore Savings Bonds

Posted on May 5, 2022 by limkimtong

Interest rate for the latest issue of Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB) shot up suddenly. The June 2022 Issue provides investors with return of 2.53% per year if they hold the bonds to maturity of 10 years. The May 2022 issue … Continue reading →

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Have we forgotten what it was like during eight weeks of Circuit Breaker?

Posted on May 2, 2022 by limkimtong

I remember we ran out of supplies of some items with brands we preferred. We made do with whatever we had at home, using recycled envelopes to post items. We lost our freedom of getting out of home for an … Continue reading →

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