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A loyal shareholder reflects on riding through tough times in equities markets

Holding onto Singapore stocks may be irrational, but the hope is that doing so will pay off in the long term

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Leslie Yee

Leslie Yee

Published Tue, Apr 14, 2026 · 04:27 PM
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    • Boards and management teams of listed entities should always think of small, loyal shareholders, including retirees
    • Boards and management teams of listed entities should always think of small, loyal shareholders, including retirees PHOTO: BT FILE

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    EVENTS such as the conflict in the Middle East make one question many things in life.

    For one thing, I question my inertia on my stock holdings. Perhaps I should have pared equities positions quickly, given how messy the situation in the Middle East is.

    Elevated energy prices can drive inflation higher, hurt economic growth and foment social unrest. In such a scenario, can equities perform?

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