by The Kopi Notes | Sep 28, 2026 | ETFs
Convertible Bond ETFs for Singapore Investors: GLCB vs ICVT vs CWB (2026 Guide) Convertible bond ETFs hold bonds that can convert into company shares, giving Singapore investors bond-like downside protection with some equity upside. GLCB (SPDR FTSE Global Convertible...
by The Kopi Notes | Sep 28, 2026 | Integrated Shield Plans
Medisave at Specialist Outpatient Clinics (SOC): Coverage, Limits & How to Claim (2026) Your complete guide to using CPF Medisave when seeing a specialist at a public hospital in Singapore — what’s covered, how much you can withdraw, and a step-by-step claim...
by The Kopi Notes | Sep 28, 2026 | Travel & FX
YouTrip in China 2026: CNY Exchange Rate, Fees & Best Alternatives for Singapore Travellers A Singapore traveller’s honest comparison — exchange rates, ATM fees, and how YouTrip stacks up against Wise, DBS, and money changers for China spending. YouTrip...
by The Kopi Notes | Sep 28, 2026 | Digital Banks
IBKR vs moomoo Singapore: Which Broker Wins for Stocks & ETFs? (2026) Fee breakdown, safety ratings, platform tools, and a clear verdict for every type of Singapore investor. Data verified as at September 2026. IBKR (Interactive Brokers Singapore) and moomoo are...
by The Kopi Notes | Sep 28, 2026 | News
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has already surprised markets twice in 2026—tightening in April (+50 bps) and again in July (+25 bps, surprise move)—pushing the S$NEER policy slope to 1.25%. Now, with Singapore’s core inflation hitting a 2-year high of...
