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High yield stocks provide bright spots in gloomy economy: analysts

But some companies may still cut dividends to conserve cash, they warn

Claudia Tan HS

Published Fri, Jun 5, 2020 · 09:50 PM

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EVEN as many companies suspend or cut dividend payments to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic, analysts say some stocks continue to be attractive yield plays.

Setting aside the real estate investment trusts (Reits), which are popular as yield instruments but now face increased risks due to legislated rental waivers, there are several bright spots among Singapore-listed companies.

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