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Anonymous

Asked on 20 Jul 2020

Why are some SG stocks not allowed to trade using CPF? I am surprised by some Temasek-linked business trusts like Ascott Trust, Netlink NBN Trust, keppel Infra Trust and Ascendas India trust. Any advice?

They have good dividend yield and potential to remain exceed 2.5% , in which CPF OA offers now.

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Tan Yu Ji

Tan Yu Ji

Level 6. Master

Answered on 10 Aug 2020

As all investments have risk, the government has restrictions to make sure you have enough money when you retire.

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Lee John

Lee John

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Answered on 10 Aug 2020

There is strict restriction to ensure that CPF members do not lose their money.

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