iShares MSCI Singapore ETF (EWS)
Singapore ETF (EWS) Hits New 52-Week High
EWS hits a 52-week high as stronger growth and AI momentum bolster Singapore's outlook.
iShares MSCI Singapore ETF $EWS Shares Bought by Amundi
Amundi boosted its holdings in iShares MSCI Singapore ETF (NYSEARCA:EWS) by 4.8% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 370,769 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 17,035 shares during the quarter. Amundi owned about 1.32% of iShares
Is Now the Time to Add Singapore ETFs to Your Portfolio?
Singapore-focused ETFs emerge as a strategic Asia allocation option on resilience, AI-driven growth and strong momentum.
EWS For Asian Diversification
Singapore's economic strength and stability underpin my buy rating on the iShares MSCI Singapore ETF. EWS has broken out of a long-term consolidation, targeting the 2007 all-time high of $31.94 per share. The ETF offers an attractive, consistent 3.97% dividend yield, supported by 25 years of consecutive payments.
EWS: The Case For The Asian Tiger, But A Hold For Now
The iShares MSCI Singapore ETF (EWS) offers concentrated exposure to Singaporean equities, with 54% in financials and only 16 holdings. EWS benefits from Singapore's equity market reforms, robust banking sector earnings, and structural AI/digital infrastructure growth, supporting near-term and long-term catalysts. Projected dividend yields from key holdings like DBS (6.1%) and ongoing institutional inflows underpin EWS's income appeal, while valuation appears relatively attractive versus global peers.
Heatwave strain on Vietnam power grid could get worse, industry ministry says
A heatwave gripping Vietnam has already placed immense pressure on the national power grid, the country's industry ministry said, adding the problem could get worse as the El Nino weather pattern is forecast to return from July.
Singapore urges financial firms to use AI to create better jobs
Singapore's banks and financial firms should use artificial intelligence to create better jobs and train workers for higher-value roles, not just cut costs, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong said on Wednesday.
Singapore needs to attract AI giants, expand energy hub status, growth committee says
Singapore must take action to attract leading AI firms and also build on its status as a major energy hub, a committee set up to chart new areas of growth and create jobs said in recommendations submitted to the government on Wednesday.
iShares MSCI Singapore ETF $EWS Shares Sold by Carrera Capital Advisors
Carrera Capital Advisors cut its holdings in shares of iShares MSCI Singapore ETF (NYSEARCA:EWS) by 87.3% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 28,658 shares of the company's stock after selling 197,677 shares during the period. Carrera Capital
Association of Banks in Singapore monitoring potential threats from frontier AI models
Banks in Singapore are working with the city-state's industry body to monitor emerging threats posed by frontier artificial intelligence models, the director of the Association of Banks in Singapore said on Monday.
EWS: Singapore Is The Artificial Intelligence Weathervane We All Need To Monitor
iShares MSCI Singapore ETF is rated a Buy, leveraging Singapore's aggressive AI adoption and strong governance as a forward-looking growth catalyst. Singapore's government-driven AI initiatives, including tax incentives and workforce upskilling, have propelled AI adoption from 24% in 2023 to 66% by 2025. EWS offers attractive fundamentals: a low ~15.3 P/E, ~2.3 P/S, a 0.5% expense ratio, and a >4% dividend yield, despite sector concentration in financials.
EWS: A Bad Proxy For Investing In Singapore
EWS has a highly concentrated, cyclical exposure portfolio that tilts towards industrials and consumer discretionary sectors. It underweights local banks and telecommunication stocks, limiting its participation in STI's strongest multi-year performance. With a P/E of c.15.5, many constituents are at record highs, which heightens downside risk on earnings misses.
Should Singapore ETFs Be Your Next Asia Allocation?
Singapore offers stable growth, strong governance and a resilient market, making Singapore-focused ETFs a strategic Asia allocation option.
CoreCap Advisors LLC Acquires Shares of 151,959 iShares MSCI Singapore ETF $EWS
CoreCap Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of iShares MSCI Singapore ETF (NYSEARCA:EWS) in the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 151,959 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $4,307,000. CoreCap Advisors LLC owned about 0.49%
Singapore inflation remains steady at 1.2% in November, missing estimates
The reading was lower than Reuters-polled analysts' median estimates of 1.3%.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Environmental Waste International Inc. Announces Closing of Previously Announced Acquisition by Hydrotrux Group Ltd.
Whitby, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - December 31, 2024) - Environmental Waste International Inc. (TSXV: EWS) (the "Company" or "EWS"), is pleased to announce that it has completed the previously announced plan of arrangement (the "Arrangement") of Company pursuant to which Hydrotrux Group Ltd. ("Hydrotrux") through its wholly-owned subsidiary has acquired 100% of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company.