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A simple but solid option
New option to apply for SGS via ATMs is simple and attractive for small investors. -BT 		Grossly inadequate
Ban on sale of financial products misses the point, says reader. -ST
Should banks sell products?
The idea of a bank selling its clients a product is new to some. 		Banks must work hard to regain clients' trust
Financial institutions would do well to put in place measures to protect the interests of customers.
Show CPF accrued interest on website
One area for improvement is the Property section of one's statement. 		No flashy car for this high-flier
No credit cards either for investment chief who is financially independent at age 30. -ST
A Singapore initiative for S-chips?
Republic provides ideal platform for mediating between companies and their stakeholders. -BT 		Govt must block finance products that make no sense
Product itself seems to be glossed over in wake of structured products debacle. -ST
Hong Kong regulator fairer to affected investors
Current ban only puts banks on probation, says reader. -ST 		It's future behaviour of banks that matters
What's more important is to tackle the lapses MAS checks uncovered. -ST
SGX maintains robust regulatory framework
Proprietary trading does not create a falso impression of demand, says SGX. -BT 		Watch out for scammers
Beware of easy money offers and dodgy investment sellers. -ST
Temasek should have no trouble finding another CEO
It is unfortunate that Goodyear is leaving after just four months, but Temasek should soon find a good replacement. -myp 		If HK can pressure banks to pay Lehman victims, why can't MAS?
Reader surprised that MAS is not as efficient and influential as Hong Kong's regulators.
Card laxity: If customers are penalised, why not banks?
Bank had issued new ATM card to impersonator who had stolen her identity card. -ST 		Here's what happened
RBS and Citibank decided the cards were stolen due to her negligence. -ST
Card liability: Seven ways to a fairer solution
Several suggestions for CASE to ensure fairness for credit card holders. -ST
 
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