EWS: Singapore Stocks Staging A Strong 2025 Rally, P/E Still Attractive

iShares MSCI Singapore ETF (EWS) has surged 33% year-to-date, outperforming US stocks and regional peers, driven by strong momentum and a weaker US dollar. EWS offers exposure to large and mid-cap Singaporean equities, boasts a low 14.1x P/E, and provides a high 3.59% trailing dividend yield. The ETF is concentrated in Financials and Industrials, with its top 10 holdings comprising 77% of the portfolio, and features strong technical momentum.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 5, 2025

Singapore's Central Bank Leaves Monetary Policy Untouched As Tariffs Loom

Singapore's central bank has kept its policy band unchanged after easing policy in its last two meetings, as the city-state continues to face risks from looming U.S. tariffs.

WSJ • Jul 30, 2025

APAC Equities: The Sensitivity To Oil Prices

Among APAC equity markets, Australia has a higher beta to oil prices while India, Indonesia and Thailand have lower betas. Domestic political uncertainties have been one main reason for the decoupling trend seen in Indonesia and Thailand.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 29, 2025

EWS: Singapore Offers Solid Valuations And A Potential Safe Haven

Singapore's stable, innovative economy and prudent governance make EWS a relatively safe investment with solid long-term upside, despite recent strong gains limiting near-term potential. EWS offers geographic diversification, low management fees, and a 3.83% dividend yield, but is concentrated in traditional sectors and lacks exposure to emerging tech. Singapore's population growth is driven by skilled immigration, supporting domestic demand and competitiveness, though demographic and political risks remain.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 22, 2025

EWS: Singapore Stock Market Looks Less Attractive Than Its Wider Economy

EWS has outperformed the S&P 500 recently, sparking interest in Singapore's innovative economy. Despite these recent gains, EWS's long-term returns are lackluster, with only 151% in total return over nearly 30 years. The ETF's seventeen holdings do not effectively capture Singapore's broad economic strength and innovation leadership.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 4, 2025

Country ETF Dividends

Topping the list and outperforming in that span have been emerging market countries like Brazil and India, which are both up well over 6.5%. International ETFs don't only have momentum on their side, but they also offer higher yields than the US at the current moment. Across all 22 ETFs, the average yield stands at 3.25%.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 27, 2025

Investing In Singapore Is A Great, High-Risk Opportunity

EWS offers a 3.92% dividend yield and has shown strong momentum, gaining over 10% in 6 months and over 30% in a year. Singapore's robust economic indicators, including 5% GDP growth, low inflation and a positive interest-rate outlook, make it an attractive investment despite high government debt. The ETF's concentration in a few sectors and reliance on China pose significant risks, especially in the context of geopolitical tensions.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 20, 2025

While U.S. Stock Market Hobbles, These International Markets Rally; Two Are Up 23%

Even Mexico and Canada, which were directly hit with U.S. tariffs, are outperforming Wall Street. The post While U.S. Stock Market Hobbles, These International Markets Rally; Two Are Up 23% appeared first on Investor's Business Daily.

Investors Business Daily • Mar 18, 2025

4 ETFs Under $25 to Add to Your Portfolio in 2025

Low-priced securities offer great affordability and higher chances of outperformance than the larger ones.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 11, 2024

Singapore Banks Expect Wealth Management, Loans To Drive Earnings Momentum

Singapore's three largest banks expect wealth management and growing loan portfolios to drive earnings in 2025 after they posted strong earnings growth in the third quarter. DBS Group Holdings Ltd.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 3, 2024