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    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·01-02 14:40

      DBS vs OCBC: Why 2.0x Book Value is a Risk (SGX Stock Check 2 Jan 2026) |🦖EP1355 #investingiguana

      🟩 The Singapore market currently looks deceptive—while the Straits Times Index appears flat and peaceful, tectonic shifts are happening beneath the surface that could catch unsuspecting investors off guard. The "easy money" era of rising interest rates lifting all banking stocks is officially over, and we have entered the "NIM Squeeze" phase. If you are a retiree relying on bank dividends or holding onto REITs without understanding the new financing realities, you might be exposed to significant downside risk just as the market dynamics decouple. In this video, we tear apart the numbers behind the "Banking Divide," analyzing why DBS's record run might be flashing a rare valuation red flag compared to the hidden value proposition seen in OCBC. We also dive deep into Keppel REIT’s controvers
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      DBS vs OCBC: Why 2.0x Book Value is a Risk (SGX Stock Check 2 Jan 2026) |🦖EP1355 #investingiguana
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·01-02 13:28

      The “Iggy Paradox”: Why I Said “Hoard Cash” and “Buy Stocks” on the Same Day | 🦖EP1354

      🟩 Are you confused when market analysts say "cash is king" one day, then recommend buying stocks the next? If you've ever felt whiplash from seemingly contradictory investment advice—bearish on Monday, bullish on Wednesday—you're not alone. Many Singapore investors struggle to understand why the same expert can hold two opposing views simultaneously, and it's costing them money because they're using the wrong tool for their specific financial goal. In this deep-dive analysis, Iggy breaks down the three critical scenarios where investment advice appears contradictory but is actually strategically consistent: The Forest versus The Tree (macro vs. micro analysis), The Retiree versus The Hustler (income vs. growth objectives), and The Chart versus The Business (trading vs. investing timelines)
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      The “Iggy Paradox”: Why I Said “Hoard Cash” and “Buy Stocks” on the Same Day | 🦖EP1354
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·01-02 12:18

      The “Iggy Paradox”: Why I Said “Hoard Cash” and “Buy Stocks” on the Same Day | 🦖EP1354

      🟩 Are you confused when market analysts say "cash is king" one day, then recommend buying stocks the next? If you've ever felt whiplash from seemingly contradictory investment advice—bearish on Monday, bullish on Wednesday—you're not alone. Many Singapore investors struggle to understand why the same expert can hold two opposing views simultaneously, and it's costing them money because they're using the wrong tool for their specific financial goal. In this deep-dive analysis, Iggy breaks down the three critical scenarios where investment advice appears contradictory but is actually strategically consistent: The Forest versus The Tree (macro vs. micro analysis), The Retiree versus The Hustler (income vs. growth objectives), and The Chart versus The Business (trading vs. investing timelines)
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      The “Iggy Paradox”: Why I Said “Hoard Cash” and “Buy Stocks” on the Same Day | 🦖EP1354
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-28

      Stop Waiting for the SGX Dip: My 60/40 Cash Play 🦖 EP1345 #investingiguana

      🟩 Is "Cash is King" actually destroying your retirement? If you are sitting on a pile of cash waiting for the market to crash, you are not alone—but you might be walking into a silent trap. With the Straits Times Index and S&P 500 hitting All-Time Highs, it feels safer to wait for a "better price." However, history warns us that waiting for a dip often costs far more in lost opportunity than the crash itself. In this video, we tackle the "All-Time High Phobia" that is paralyzing Singaporean investors and reveal why your "safe" cash position is actually a guaranteed loss against inflation. We are breaking down the math behind the "Lump Sum vs. Dollar Cost Averaging" debate and looking at what the institutional data says about deploying capital in late 2025. I’m sharing my specific "60/4
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      Stop Waiting for the SGX Dip: My 60/40 Cash Play 🦖 EP1345 #investingiguana
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-28

      Stop Waiting for the SGX Dip: My 60/40 Cash Play 🦖 EP1345 #investingiguana

      🟩 Is "Cash is King" actually destroying your retirement? If you are sitting on a pile of cash waiting for the market to crash, you are not alone—but you might be walking into a silent trap. With the Straits Times Index and S&P 500 hitting All-Time Highs, it feels safer to wait for a "better price." However, history warns us that waiting for a dip often costs far more in lost opportunity than the crash itself. In this video, we tackle the "All-Time High Phobia" that is paralyzing Singaporean investors and reveal why your "safe" cash position is actually a guaranteed loss against inflation. We are breaking down the math behind the "Lump Sum vs. Dollar Cost Averaging" debate and looking at what the institutional data says about deploying capital in late 2025. I’m sharing my specific "60/4
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      Stop Waiting for the SGX Dip: My 60/40 Cash Play 🦖 EP1345 #investingiguana
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-28

      Stop Waiting for the SGX Dip: My 60/40 Cash Play 🦖 EP1345 #investingiguana

      🟩 Is "Cash is King" actually destroying your retirement? If you are sitting on a pile of cash waiting for the market to crash, you are not alone—but you might be walking into a silent trap. With the Straits Times Index and S&P 500 hitting All-Time Highs, it feels safer to wait for a "better price." However, history warns us that waiting for a dip often costs far more in lost opportunity than the crash itself. In this video, we tackle the "All-Time High Phobia" that is paralyzing Singaporean investors and reveal why your "safe" cash position is actually a guaranteed loss against inflation. We are breaking down the math behind the "Lump Sum vs. Dollar Cost Averaging" debate and looking at what the institutional data says about deploying capital in late 2025. I’m sharing my specific "60/4
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      Stop Waiting for the SGX Dip: My 60/40 Cash Play 🦖 EP1345 #investingiguana
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-24

      Genting’s "Valley of Death" Warning (SGX Daily Stock Review 24 Dec)🦖 EP1338

      🟩 Is your portfolio ready for the "Strategic Divergence" coming in 2026? While the markets are quiet for the holidays, massive moves are happening under the hood that could redefine your dividend income next year. A surprising beat in US GDP—hitting 4.3% against expectations—is threatening to keep interest rates "Higher for Longer," putting immediate pressure on Singapore REITs and mortgage holders just as we head into the new year. In this special Christmas Eve breakdown, we unwrap three critical stories reshaping the SGX landscape. We analyze Sembcorp’s bold but debt-heavy acquisition in Australia, dissect why City Developments Limited (CDL) suddenly popped 6% in a sleepy market, and expose the "Valley of Death" cash flow trap facing Genting Singapore. Plus, we reveal why major analysts
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      Genting’s "Valley of Death" Warning (SGX Daily Stock Review 24 Dec)🦖 EP1338
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-24

      Genting’s "Valley of Death" Warning (SGX Daily Stock Review 24 Dec)🦖 EP1338

      🟩 Is your portfolio ready for the "Strategic Divergence" coming in 2026? While the markets are quiet for the holidays, massive moves are happening under the hood that could redefine your dividend income next year. A surprising beat in US GDP—hitting 4.3% against expectations—is threatening to keep interest rates "Higher for Longer," putting immediate pressure on Singapore REITs and mortgage holders just as we head into the new year. In this special Christmas Eve breakdown, we unwrap three critical stories reshaping the SGX landscape. We analyze Sembcorp’s bold but debt-heavy acquisition in Australia, dissect why City Developments Limited (CDL) suddenly popped 6% in a sleepy market, and expose the "Valley of Death" cash flow trap facing Genting Singapore. Plus, we reveal why major analysts
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      Genting’s "Valley of Death" Warning (SGX Daily Stock Review 24 Dec)🦖 EP1338
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-23

      Warning: Don’t Buy S-REITs Until You Watch This | SGX Daily Stock Analysis 23 Dec 2025 🦖EP1333

      🟩 Is the Singapore stock market topping out, or is this just the beginning of a massive rally? With the Straits Times Index (STI) hovering near historical highs, many investors are caught between the fear of missing out and the fear of a sudden crash. In this video, we cut through the noise to analyze whether today’s market signals a dangerous bubble or a rare opportunity for disciplined wealth accumulation. If you are sitting on cash and wondering if you've missed the boat, this market update is critical for your next move. We dive deep into the specific numbers driving today’s headlines, including Singapore Airlines’ latest dividend payout and the massive "REIT Rain" distributing over S$400 million to investors. Beyond the headlines, we examine the shifting dynamics between local banks l
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      Warning: Don’t Buy S-REITs Until You Watch This | SGX Daily Stock Analysis 23 Dec 2025 🦖EP1333
    • The Investing IguanaThe Investing Iguana
      ·2025-12-21

      DBS vs UOB: Why The Divergence is Widening | Weekly Stock Ups and Downs 21 Dec 2025 🦖 EP1328

      *** PERSONAL IGGY'S NOTE: If you look at the raw data models (like the ones I shared), they are currently flashing red on UOB. They flag it as 'overvalued' relative to its history and prefer OCBC for its momentum. If you were trading purely on numbers, you'd swap UOB for OCBC today. But here is the caveat: these algorithms can be blunt instruments. For example, the model flags UOB for 'burning cash'—but banks are supposed to deploy cash (lend it) to make money! It also penalizes UOB for lower margins, failing to account for its specific growth phase. The model sees 'weakness,' but I see a 'cyclical lag' that offers deep value. So, while I am adding OCBC to my portfolio to capture its current strength (respecting the data), I am not rejecting UOB. I am holding it as a value play. The lesson
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      DBS vs UOB: Why The Divergence is Widening | Weekly Stock Ups and Downs 21 Dec 2025 🦖 EP1328
       
       
       
       

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