CDP
| Security | # shares | Price S$ | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBS | 440 | 44.72 | 4.09 |
| UOB | 400 | 35.41 | 2.95 |
| OCBC Bank | 700 | 16.23 | 2.36 |
| SGX | 3,200 | 14.02 | 9.33 |
| ST Engineering | 6,900 | 7.82 | 11.23 |
| Powermatic Data | 13,800 | 2.39 | 6.86 |
| TheHourGlass | 19,600 | 1.60 | 6.52 |
| Sheng Siong | 19,100 | 1.81 | 7.19 |
| Micro-Mechanics | 18,400 | 1.58 | 6.05 |
| VICOM Ltd | 21,500 | 1.44 | 6.44 |
| UMS | 31,200 | 1.17 | 7.59 |
| Credit Bureau Asia | 30,100 | 1.32 | 8.27 |
| Riverstone | 14,600 | 0.685 | 2.08 |
| Nanofilm | 36,100 | 0.535 | 4.02 |
| HRnetGroup | 21,900 | 0.67 | 3.05 |
| TalkMed Group | 34,500 | 0.445 | 3.19 |
| China Sunsine | 41,800 | 0.555 | 4.83 |
| Kimly | 27,000 | 0.325 | 1.83 |
| HC Surgical | 35,500 | 0.285 | 2.11 |
YTD Dividends Received = S$7,750
YTD SBL Fees Received = S$177
Trades
- Bought 14,600 shares of Riverstone Holdings.
- Bought 3,000 shares of Powermatic Data Systems.
SRS
| Security | # shares | Price S$ | % |
|---|---|---|---|
| TheHourGlass | 5,000 | 1.60 | 6.29 |
| Micro-Mechanics | 5,400 | 1.58 | 6.71 |
| Nanofilm | 12,500 | 0.535 | 5.26 |
| HRnetGroup | 7,500 | 0.67 | 3.95 |
| HC Surgical | 19,500 | 0.285 | 4.37 |
| NetLink NBN Trust | 108,000 | 0.865 | 73.43 |
Trades
- Sold 5,500 shares of VICOM Ltd.
Singapore Savings Bonds
| Security | Amount | Coupon Now |
|---|---|---|
| GX22120S | S$14,000 | 3.28% |
| GX23010Z | S$15,000 | 2.95% |
| GX23110V | S$20,000 | 3.21% |
| GX23120Z | S$20,000 | 3.30% |
| GX24060A | S$20,000 | 3.26% |
| GX24070S | S$20,000 | 3.26% |
| GX24080W | S$20,000 | 3.19% |
YTD Coupons Received = S$1,187
Speculative Play
| Security | # shares | Price US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Kep Pacific Oak REIT | 70,000 | 0.189 |
Trades
None
Commentary:
Markets have been in a positive recovery mode throughout the month. The local Straits Times Index closed up 1.62 percent MoM. In comparison, the regional-focused MSCI Asia Pacific Index closed up 4.55 percent, while the U.S.-centric S&P 500 Index closed up a significant 6.15 percent.
U.S. President Donald Trump's retaliatory tarriffs were initially blocked by the U.S. trade court [news], which provided hope of a reprieve for exporting countries to America. Alas, the joy was short-lived, as the U.S. appeals court reinstated Trump's tarriffs just hours later [news].
Things will stay status quo for some time to come.
I initiated a new position in rubber glove maker Riverstone Holdings for my CDP portfolio. I have been watching this stock for some time now. So far, the profit margins have remained healthy and the company's dividend history has been consistent. It is a good example of the companies I would like to hold for the long term. I will accumulate when there is a good opportunity.
I also added some shares of Powermatic Data Systems prior to the announcement of their fiscal result. FY2025 revenue was halved YoY from a high base, while net profit slipped 22 percent YoY. The board declared a dividend of 5 Singapore cents per share, same as the previous year (without the one-off special dividend).
I continued to whittle down my SRS portfolio by selling VICOM Ltd. As planned, I will concentrate my SRS portfolio in just one or two counters for easier management.
As the dividends start to stream in, bolstering my income, I am grateful that my years of equity investment have borne fruit. The companies in my CDP portfolio are fundamentally strong, with stable recurring revenue and double-digit margins. Most of them have little to no debt. While some companies had experienced revenue decline this fiscal year, they remain profitable and are able to continue dividend distribution. My purpose for investing in these companies is to have dividend cash replace my salary income during my retirement.
Investment aside, this is the month where several secondary schools held their Open House. I brought my younger son to visit National Junior College, Catholic High School as well as Hwa Chong Institution (HCI), where his older brother is currently studying. Even though my younger boy is still in Primary Five, this is a good chance to visit the different schools and look at the study environment. Of the three, HCI impresses me the most, with its lush greenery and seventy-two acres of school compound. I hope my younger son will be capable enough to join his older brother in the same school.
Signing off for now. Take care!
U.S. President Donald Trump's retaliatory tarriffs were initially blocked by the U.S. trade court [news], which provided hope of a reprieve for exporting countries to America. Alas, the joy was short-lived, as the U.S. appeals court reinstated Trump's tarriffs just hours later [news].
Things will stay status quo for some time to come.
I initiated a new position in rubber glove maker Riverstone Holdings for my CDP portfolio. I have been watching this stock for some time now. So far, the profit margins have remained healthy and the company's dividend history has been consistent. It is a good example of the companies I would like to hold for the long term. I will accumulate when there is a good opportunity.
I also added some shares of Powermatic Data Systems prior to the announcement of their fiscal result. FY2025 revenue was halved YoY from a high base, while net profit slipped 22 percent YoY. The board declared a dividend of 5 Singapore cents per share, same as the previous year (without the one-off special dividend).
I continued to whittle down my SRS portfolio by selling VICOM Ltd. As planned, I will concentrate my SRS portfolio in just one or two counters for easier management.
As the dividends start to stream in, bolstering my income, I am grateful that my years of equity investment have borne fruit. The companies in my CDP portfolio are fundamentally strong, with stable recurring revenue and double-digit margins. Most of them have little to no debt. While some companies had experienced revenue decline this fiscal year, they remain profitable and are able to continue dividend distribution. My purpose for investing in these companies is to have dividend cash replace my salary income during my retirement.
Investment aside, this is the month where several secondary schools held their Open House. I brought my younger son to visit National Junior College, Catholic High School as well as Hwa Chong Institution (HCI), where his older brother is currently studying. Even though my younger boy is still in Primary Five, this is a good chance to visit the different schools and look at the study environment. Of the three, HCI impresses me the most, with its lush greenery and seventy-two acres of school compound. I hope my younger son will be capable enough to join his older brother in the same school.
Signing off for now. Take care!
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