S-Reits saw a net institutional inflow exceeding S$90 million in August, marking the second consecutive month of positive net inflows following July's S$15 million. In contrast, the first half of the year primarily experienced net outflows.
The iEdge S-REIT Index recorded positive returns for the second month, rising by 5.83% in August, following a 6.19% increase in July. This brings the total gain for the initial two months of the ...

Fed Slashes Rates 50 bp in First Easing Since Pandemic
The Federal Reserve has initiated a new easing cycle with a substantial 50 basis points rate cut, marking its first reduction since the tightening cycle began in 2022. However, financial markets did not maintain the post-rate cut momentum: U.S. stock markets surged initially but then retreated, with major indices turning negative during the session. Gold, which briefly reached a...

The much-anticipated rate cut decision has finally arrived, with the Federal Reserve announcing a 50 basis point rate cut! At this pivotal moment, investors need to have a deeper understanding of the background and impact of rate cuts.
Since March 2022, in a bid to curb inflation, the Fed has hiked rates 11 times, bringing it to the current range of 5.25%-5.50%. Now that inflation is under control, the calls for a rate cut are growin...

Hey Mooers!
The Fed announced a 50 basis point interest rate cut on Sep 18, once again starting a monetary easing cycle after four years.
How will US rate cuts influence the global market?
What assets are more likely to outperform in the U.S. interest rate cut cycle?
Join moomoo’s global strategists for an in-depth discussion on how the Fed’s move could potentially impact your portfolio in the short and long term. And here’s a recap ...