Stocks of companies with strong balance sheets, sound businesses, good management, proven strategies and which are leaders in their segments will be winners in the longer term.
For yields, the Singapore Exchange has become the bastion for Reits. Look for S-Reits with lower gearing and stable returns. There are also some non-Reits players which also offer strong yields and growth. Gold has become a go-to asset in times of uncertainty, and it has soared over the past year. The STI has a 5 per cent historical correlation to gold.One efficient and affordable way to invest is via SPDR Gold ETF listed on the local bourse. The value of each unit is based on one-tenth of an ounce of gold.