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A millionaire with simple needs
Seksun's ex-chairman Felix Ong avoids expensive restaurants and karaoke bars. -ST
Is there or isn't there?
'I am puzzled by reports of a recession. Shopping malls and food outlets are always crowded.' -ST
New growth model beyond Jack-of-all-hubs needed
Singapore risks being master of none in trying to do everything. -ST
Why it can't be more of the same
Singapore needs less attachment to 'growth fetishism' and more risk taking by its people, says economist. -ST
Chartered should just go private
Track record of losses since listing about a decade ago does not instill any investor confidence, especially not in this recession. -BT
Beware the dividend trap
Companies with a high dividend yield are great investments only if their business fundamentals are sound. -ST
Factor inflation into CPF Life annuity plans
Link schemes to rising prices and pursue the quest for better returns.
Not such a good idea to 'buy and hold' now
Stay with cash in these volatile times till clearer picture emerges as other options entail much risk. -ST
Four factors for Singapore's economic recovery
Reader says whether Singapore can bounce back depends on these factors.
No instant cure-all
Don't blame SGX for every failing in the 'Scandal-chips'. -ST
Hypocrisy in 'tax haven' rules
Europe targeted offshore banking to divert eyes from actual crisis. -ST
Think before paying bills with credit card
What happens if you don't or can't pay? The punitive interest piles up.
 
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