Let’s
talk about something exciting (yes, really): BONDS.
For
years, they’ve been kind of overlooked.
Stocks
stole the show, crypto had its wild ride, and bonds? Well, they were there—steady,
reliable, but not exactly thrilling.
But
today things have changed.
Higher
interest rates mean better yields on bonds.
In
plain English: you can earn more from your investments without taking on huge
risks.
Three Weeks Since Our Kick-Off: What’s Happening?
Three weeks
after launching US Treasuries on Bondsupermart, demand remains high. With
rising interest rates and an unsteady market, more investors are turning to
bonds for steady returns and lower risk.
For those looking beyond US Treasuries, more bonds are
now available.
| Bond
Type |
Yields (p.a.)* | Min./Incremental |
| Malaysian Government Securities
(Conventional) Malaysian Government Investment Issues (Islamic) |
3.5% –4.2% | Full Lot 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Singapore Government Bonds |
Around
3% |
Full Lot 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Corporate Bond iFAST Corporation Ltd IFASTC 4.328% 11Jun2029 Corp (SGD) |
3.696% |
Full
Lot 10,000 / 10,000 Odd Lot 5,000 / 5,000 |
*Yields are subject to market movements and fees of market participant
Why Should You Consider Bonds?
If you've been watching the markets, you already know - 2025 is shaping up to be another volatile year. With inflation, potential rate cuts, and stock market uncertainty, investors are turning to bonds. Here's why:
- Predictable Returns – Bonds provide fixed interest payments, providing reliable cash flow.
- Lower Risk – Government bonds are relatively safer, reducing default concerns.
- Currency Diversification – With SGD and MYR bonds available, investors can diversify their holdings beyond USD-denominated assets.