Gold Investment Blog
Expert insights, market analysis, and educational guides to help you make informed decisions about gold investment in Singapore.
Budget 2026: What It Means for Gold Investors
Singapore's $155B Budget 2026 brings a new CPF investment scheme, senior top-ups, and PM Wong's 'uncertain world' warning. Five announcements that directly affect your gold strategy.
CPF Investment Scheme 2028: Gold ETF Strategy
Budget 2026 announced a new CPF life-cycle investment scheme for 2028. Will gold ETFs be included? Current CPFIS requirements, age-based strategies, and what to do now.
Gold at $5,050: Budget 2026 Safe-Haven Case
Gold holds $5,050 as PM Wong warns of 'profound global change.' BNP Paribas and Macquarie raise forecasts above $5,800. DCA schedule and positioning guide for Singapore investors.
Budget 2026: Top 10 Things You Need to Know
PM Wong's $155B budget in 10 minutes. Tax rebates, CPF changes, AI investment, cost-of-living payouts, and why he said the world order is crumbling. No jargon, just what matters.
Budget 2026 for Employees: What Changes
CPF rate changes, SkillsFuture-WSG merger, free AI tools, cost-of-living payouts, and career switching support. The no-jargon guide for salaried workers in Singapore.
Budget 2026 for Graduates & Job Seekers
Free AI tools, hot sectors (AI, chips, quantum), one-stop career portal, and $1B in startup funding. What Budget 2026 means if you're entering the job market in 2026.
Budget 2026 for SMEs: Tax Rebates & Costs
40% tax rebate, 400% AI deduction, 70% internationalization grants—but higher EP, S Pass, and carbon costs. The honest P&L impact for Singapore business owners.
Budget 2026 for Seniors: CPF & Retirement
$1,500 CPF top-up, higher contribution rates, CareShield Life enhancements, and the 2028 investment scheme. Everything seniors need to know about Budget 2026.
Budget 2026 for Investors: SGX, CPF & Beyond
$1.5B SGX Anchor Fund, NASDAQ dual listing, $1B startup capital, and CPF life-cycle investing. Where Singapore's $155B budget creates investment opportunities.
Budget 2026 for High Earners: The Fine Print
No cash payouts, no CDC vouchers you'd notice. But 250% donation deductions, no wealth taxes, and hidden benefits high-income professionals can exploit.
Budget 2026 for Founders: $2.5B You Can Access
$1B Startup SG Equity, $1.5B SGX Anchor Fund, 400% AI tax deduction, 70% internationalization grants. Turn the budget speech into a funding roadmap.
Budget 2026 for NGOs: The $50M Fund Nobody's Talking About
The SG Partnerships Fund replaces Our Singapore Fund with up to $1M multi-year grants. Plus 250% donation deductions extended to 2029. A game changer for social enterprises.
Budget 2026 for Home Buyers: BTO, ABSD & Property
No ABSD changes, no stamp duty surprises, but PARF cuts affect your car-vs-home tradeoff. What Budget 2026 says (and doesn't say) about Singapore property.
Budget 2026 for Parents: Save Six Figures Over 20 Years
$500 ChildLife SG per child, preschool subsidies expanded to $15k income, $16k large family scheme. Every family benefit with real dollar calculations.
Budget 2026 for EP Holders & PR Applicants: Signals Decoded
EP minimum $6,000, S Pass $3,600, positive tone on skilled talent but rising bars. The immigration signals foreign professionals must read.
Budget 2026 for Healthcare: AI Missions & $400M in Funding
Healthcare is one of four National AI Mission sectors. $400M Long-Term Care Fund, biomedical R&D, and why healthtech founders should pay attention.
Budget 2026 for Climate Pros: Carbon Tax, Nuclear & Clean Energy
Carbon tax $45/ton, solar target raised to 3GWp, nuclear cooperation announced, world-first ammonia bunkering. The most detailed climate budget ever.
Budget 2026 for Educators: The SkillsFuture Gold Rush
600,000 course takers, SkillsFuture-WSG merger, mandatory AI literacy, free premium AI tools. If you create courses, this is your government-funded roadmap.
Budget 2026 for Corporate Leaders: Your AI Playbook
You're the AI transformation layer. 400% tax deduction, Champions of AI programme, higher EP costs, and how to pitch AI adoption to your CFO.
Budget 2026 for Creatives, Sports & Community Leaders
$50M SG Partnerships Fund, heritage center revamps, Punggol sports hub, and dual-use school facilities. Grants and funding for arts, sports, and community.
Budget 2026: Should You Stay in Singapore or Leave?
Zero capital gains, AAA fiscal health, AI hub positioning vs rising EP bars and carbon costs. Singapore vs the world, scored post-Budget.
Budget 2026 for AI & Deep-Tech: The $37B Opportunity Map
National AI Council, 4 AI Missions, AI park at one-north, quantum computing, $37B RIE 2030. Every opportunity mapped for AI and deep-tech specialists.
Budget 2026 for Finance Creators: Your Content Goldmine
Which Budget angles are untapped, what to publish when, and how to build authority. The meta-guide for personal finance creators and advisors.
Gold Crashes 15%, Then Rebounds: What Now?
Gold plunged from $5,200 to $4,700 in 3 days—then bounced back above $5,000. Timeline of the crash, three triggers explained, and JPMorgan's new $6,300 target.
India-US Deal Crashed Gold: What's Next?
US tariffs on India cut from 26% to 18%—gold dropped 8.7% overnight. Why the tariff relief is temporary, historical deal-dip patterns, and what Singapore investors should do.
Li Chun 2026: Deposit Cash or Buy Gold?
Singaporeans queue at banks on Li Chun for prosperity—but gold returned 78% last year vs 2% savings interest. Why gold may be the better Li Chun tradition.
Gold vs Bitcoin 2026: The Great Decoupling
Gold surged 93% while Bitcoin crashed 49%. The 'digital gold' narrative is crumbling—data shows Bitcoin correlates with stocks, not gold. What this means for your portfolio.
Gold Forecast Post-Crash: $6,300 Target?
Banks raised gold targets AFTER the crash. JPMorgan: $6,300. Deutsche Bank: $6,000. Full forecast compilation, key levels, and a practical DCA schedule.
Gold Breaks $5,200: Trump Tariff Rally
Gold surged past $5,200/oz on Trump's 25% South Korea tariffs. What triggered this record rally and should Singapore investors buy now?
Silver Hits $115: Supply Shortage Crisis
Silver shattered records at $115/oz amid massive retail frenzy in China and India. Why are Swiss refiners air-shipping metal to meet demand?
Trump South Korea Tariffs: Gold Impact
Trump hiked tariffs to 25% on South Korean goods. Gold hit $5,200 while silver crashed from $117 to $102 and back. What happened?
Why Silver Outpaces Gold in 2026
Silver gained 259% vs gold's 93% in 12 months. Three key drivers: tariffs, Fed cuts, and a 200M oz supply deficit. Should you switch?
USD Decline: What It Means for Gold
Dollar slides as markets price 96% odds of Fed rate cuts. Why negative real rates and currency debasement trades are driving gold to records.
Greenland Crisis: Geopolitical Gold Rush
US-EU tensions over Greenland add fuel to gold's rally. Tariff threats on Denmark and Norway heighten safe-haven demand. What's next?
Silver Supply Shortage: Retail Frenzy
Swiss refiners air-shipping silver as Shanghai premiums hit $11. A two-tier market emerges: US oversupply vs global scarcity. Inside story.
Buy Gold Now? Tariff Rally Guide
Gold at $5,200—is it too late? Decision framework for buying at record highs: historical analysis, DCA strategy, and $6,000 forecasts.
How to Buy Gold from UOB [2025]
First-time UOB gold buyer? Bring NRIC + cash/NETS to Raffles Place or Orchard branch. Step-by-step process with payment & branch info.
PAMP vs ARGOR at UOB: Which to Buy?
PAMP: 2-4% premium + Veriscan tech. ARGOR cast: 1.5-3% premium. Side-by-side comparison of UOB's Swiss gold bars with resale analysis.
UOB Lunar Bar 2025: Snake Year Guide
2025 Year of the Snake gold bar: 3-6% premium vs standard bars. Pricing, availability & whether the collectible premium is worth it.
UOB Gold Bar Price Today [2025 Guide]
Live UOB gold & silver prices by weight. 1g to 1kg bars with 2-5% premiums explained. Step-by-step buying guide + price history charts.
Gold Investment Scams in Singapore: 7 Red Flags to Watch For
Discover how to spot and avoid gold investment scams in Singapore. Learn about major fraud cases, seven key red flags, and proven strategies to protect your wealth.
Gold Investment Calculator: How Much Gold Should You Buy? [Free Tool]
Use our free gold investment calculator to estimate how much gold you should buy based on your savings, goals, and market trends. Learn how to balance gold in your investment portfolio.
How to Sell Gold in Singapore: Best Prices & Buyback Guide 2025
Get the best price when selling gold in Singapore. Compare buyback rates at UOB, dealers & pawnshops. Step-by-step guide with pricing tips.
Gold in Crises: 2008, COVID & Beyond
Gold rose 150% after 2008, hit all-time highs in 2020. How gold performs during recessions & market crashes—with timeline analysis.
Gold for Retirement: CPF, SRS & Strategy
Can you use CPF for gold? (No, but SRS works.) Retirement portfolio allocation: 10-15% gold for wealth preservation. Options explained.
When to Buy Gold: Timing vs DCA
Should you time gold purchases or invest monthly? Research shows DCA beats most timing attempts. Compare both strategies with examples.
US Dollar vs Gold: The Inverse Link
Dollar up, gold down—but why? Understand the inverse correlation affecting your SGD gold purchases & when the pattern breaks.
Central Bank Gold Buying: What It Means
Central banks bought 1,037 tonnes of gold in 2023. Why China, Russia & emerging markets are stockpiling—and what it signals for prices.
Gold as Inflation Hedge: Does It Work?
Historical data reveals gold's mixed inflation record. It preserved wealth in the 1970s but lagged 2021-23. When gold actually protects purchasing power.
Gold in Singapore Culture: Weddings & Traditions
Chinese Si Dian Jin, Indian bridal gold, Malay heirlooms: how Singapore's communities use gold for weddings & wealth transfer.
Singapore as a Gold Hub: Why It Matters
0% GST + 0% capital gains tax. See why Singapore rivals Zurich as a global gold center. Free port benefits & refining capacity explained.
Where to Buy Gold in Singapore 2025: UOB, PAMP & Best Dealers Compared
Complete guide to buying gold in Singapore. Compare UOB, PAMP, SilverBullion & trusted dealers. Includes pricing, fees, and step-by-step purchase instructions.
Gold Storage Singapore: Safe Deposit Box, Private Vaults & Home Options
Compare gold storage options in Singapore: UOB safe deposit boxes, private vault facilities, and home safes. Includes costs, insurance tips, and security best practices.
Gold GST & Tax Guide Singapore
Is gold taxable in Singapore? No GST on 99.5%+ purity bars, no capital gains tax on profits. Full IPM exemption rules explained.
Singapore Gold Import/Export Rules
Save 9% GST on gold imports to Singapore. Learn which gold qualifies for tax exemption, declaration requirements & customs procedures.
UOB Gold Pricing: Buy vs Sell Rates
UOB's 2-4% buy/sell spread explained. Learn how bank prices are calculated from spot + when to check prices for the best rates.
Technical Indicators: Truth & Limits
Do RSI, MACD & moving averages actually predict gold prices? Honest look at what indicators can't tell you + how to avoid false signals.
Moving Averages for Gold Trends
50-day vs 200-day moving average: which matters more? Learn golden cross, death cross signals & why MAs lag behind gold price action.
Gold Support & Resistance Levels: Technical Analysis Guide [2025]
Master gold price support and resistance levels for smarter trading. Learn to identify key price zones, psychological barriers, and breakout signals with practical examples.
Silver Investment: Complement to Gold
Silver often gains 2-3x gold's returns in bull markets. Learn the gold/silver ratio, industrial demand & storage challenges.
Bollinger Bands for Gold Volatility
Bollinger Band squeeze signals big moves ahead. Learn to spot breakouts, time entries during high volatility & avoid false signals in gold.
Gold Coins vs Bars: Which to Buy?
Coins: 3-8% premiums. Bars: 1-5%. Which gives better value? Compare liquidity, recognition & when coins make sense for your portfolio.
MACD Strategy for Gold Trading
Spot gold trend reversals with MACD crossovers & divergence patterns. Learn signal line, histogram basics + when MACD fails in gold markets.
Lunar Gold Bars: Investment + Collector Value
Year of the Snake, Dragon, Tiger: Are zodiac gold bars worth the 3-6% premium? Investment value vs collectibility explained.
RSI for Gold: Overbought & Oversold
RSI above 70 or below 30? Learn what these levels actually mean for gold prices, when to buy/sell & why RSI can give false signals.
Why PAMP Suisse Bars Cost More
PAMP bars cost 1-2% extra—worth it? Veriscan authentication, Lady Fortuna design & Swiss quality standards explained.
7 Gold Investment Mistakes to Avoid
Don't lose money on your first gold purchase. Avoid these 7 costly mistakes: overpaying premiums, fake bars, storage errors & panic selling.
How Much Gold Should You Own?
5%, 10%, or 15% of your portfolio? Calculate your ideal gold allocation based on age, risk tolerance & market conditions. Rebalancing tips included.
Gold Purity: 24K vs 22K vs 18K
Why does only 24K gold (999.9 purity) qualify for Singapore's GST exemption? Karat system explained + how to avoid overpaying for jewelry.
How to Read Gold Price Charts
Can't decode gold price charts? Learn candlestick patterns, identify trends & spot support levels in 11 minutes. Visual examples included.
Gold Bar Sizes: 1g to 1kg Guide
Which gold bar size offers the best value? 50-100g bars have 2-3% premiums vs 8-15% for 1g bars. Find the optimal weight for your budget.
Cast vs Minted vs Lunar Gold Bars
Cast bars: 1-3% premiums. Minted: 2-4%. Lunar: 3-6%. Which gold bar type gives you the best value? Manufacturing differences explained.
Physical Gold vs ETFs: Which to Choose?
Physical gold or ETFs? Compare 0.25-0.5% ETF fees vs fixed storage costs. Learn which wins for holdings under SGD 50,000 + Singapore tax implications.
Gold Investment Singapore 2025: Beginner's Guide
Start investing in gold with SGD 100+. Learn which bars to buy, where to store them & avoid costly mistakes. 5-15% portfolio allocation explained.