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Programme

Time	Topic
9.00am - 9.30am	Registration & Networking
9.30am - 9.45am	Opening Address by Guest-of-Honour Ng Yao Loong Head of Equities Singapore Exchange
9.45am - 10.15am	Fireside Chat with Market Leaders What is an overview of the current landscape of Singapore’s REIT sector? What are some of the significant strengths of Singapore as a global REIT hub? How does Singapore compare to other REIT markets globally? What initiatives are in place to encourage retail investor participation in REITs? Ng Yao Loong Head of Equities Singapore Exchange Chua Hsien Yang President REIT Association of Singapore (REITAS) Moderated by Edward Choy Professional Emcee and Moderator
10.15am - 11.00am	Panel Discussion #1 Navigating the Future of REITs: Market Outlook, Interest Rates, and Global Investment Trends How have REITs performed over the past year amid market volatility? How will interest rate movements impact REIT performance? What happens to REIT yields and distributions if rates stay higher for longer? Are yield-driven or growth-driven REITs the better choice? Benjamin Goh Head of Research Securities Investors Association Singapore (SIAS) Chan Kum Kong Managing Director, Head of Research & FinLit Equities Singapore Exchange Christine Li Head of Research, Asia Pacific Knight Frank Derek Tan Executive Director, Team Lead, Property DBS Group Moderated by Edward Choy Professional Emcee and Moderator
11.00am - 11.45am	Panel Discussion #2 Opportunities in Singapore REIT Markets: Which Sectors are Poised for Growth? How is Singapore’s REIT market positioned in the current economic climate? Impact of global economic conditions and interest rates on S-REITs. Key risks and challenges for REIT investors in 2025 and beyond. How do different REIT sectors compare in terms of dividend yields? Han Khim Siew Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director OUE REIT Russell Ng Chief Executive Officer AIMS APAC REIT Too Jun Cheong Assistant Dealing Manager Moomoo Moderated by Nupur Joshi Chief Executive Officer REIT Association of Singapore (REITAS)
11.45am - 12.30pm	Lunch Break
12.30pm - 12.40pm
12.40pm - 1.10pm	Keynote Presentation The Joy Of REITs In An Uncertain World David Kuo Co-Founder The Smart Investor
1.10pm - 1.55pm	Panel Discussion #3 Building a Resilient Investment Portfolio: REITs, ETFs, & Other Asset Classes In your opinions: Define what does a resilient investment portfolio look like in today’s market? How different asset classes perform across economic cycles. How investors can rebalance their portfolios for sustained long-term growth. How to position a portfolio for uncertain markets and geopolitical risks. Bruce Zhang Head of Fixed Income CSOP Asset Management Joshua Chim General Manager FSMOne Paul Lin Head of Asia ETF Business Development Nikko Asset Management Asia Limited Moderated by Dinesh Dayani Co-Founder DollarsAndSense
1.55pm - 2.40pm	Panel Discussion #4 Spotlight on Thematic REITs: What’s Driving the Next Investment Wave? How thematic REITs differ from traditional REITs Balancing thematic exposure with diversification in an investment portfolio. Emerging trends: AI-driven real estate, smart cities, and new asset classes. Forecast for the next big thematic REIT sectors. Cecilia Tan Chief Executive Officer Sasseur REIT Joshua Liaw Chief Executive Officer Elite UK REIT Vijay Natarajan Vice President, Equity Research RHB Singapore Moderated by Dinesh Dayani Co-Founder DollarsAndSense
2.40pm - 2.55pm	Break
2.55pm - 3.25pm	Featured Presentation The Evolving Landscape of Real Estate Investing: Trends, Risks, and Opportunities in a Changing Market Details coming soon Emelia Tan Director, Research & FinLit Equities Singapore Exchange
3.25pm - 4.10pm	Panel Discussion #5 Global REIT Markets: Uncover Current Trends and Growth Areas US REITs: Trends in commercial, residential, and healthcare REITs amid economic uncertainty. European REITs: How do they compare to Asia-Pacific markets? China & Emerging Markets: Are there hidden gems despite recent volatility? Diversification Benefits: Why should investors consider global REITs alongside S-REITs? Simon Garing Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Stoneweg EREIT Management Pte Ltd Chan Iz-Lynn Chief Executive Officer BHG Retail REIT Moderated by Nupur Joshi Chief Executive Officer REIT Association of Singapore (REITAS)
4.10pm - 4.55pm	Panel Discussion #6 Investment Strategies: How to Position for 2025 & Beyond Inflation hedging: Are REITs still a reliable inflation-resistant asset? Debt management strategies for REITs in a high-rate environment. The role of technology in reshaping real estate investment strategies. How institutional investors are positioning their portfolios for the next decade. Ezien Hoo (CFA, CESGA) Credit Research Analyst Global Markets, OCBC Geoff Howie Market Strategist Singapore Exchange Wong Xian Yang Head of Research Cushman and Wakefield Moderated by Nupur Joshi Chief Executive Officer REIT Association of Singapore (REITAS)
4.55pm - 5.00pm

*Programme might be subjected to changes

Time	Topic
9.30am - 10.00am	6 Defensive Stocks to Ride Out Potential Recession James Yeo Founder InvestKaki
10.00am - 10.30am	Unlocking Investment Gains thru’ Price Action Making the Invisible, Visible CK Ee Co-Founder Asia Charts Pte Ltd
10.30am - 11.00am	Glitter in the Gloom, Gold Finds Room Dan Zhang Trading Representative and SGX Academy Speaker
12.45pm - 1.15pm	如何开始你的房地产信托投资之旅 Joey Wu Financial Advisory Director Financial Alliance Pte Ltd
2.45pm - 3.15pm	Building a Lasting Legacy: How REITs and Dividend Income Fit Into Your Estate Plan Kenny Loh Chief Executive Officer REIT Specialist & Independent Financial Advisor
3.15pm - 3.45pm	Investing in REITs Amid Trade Tensions & Turbulent Markets Lim Jun Yuan Founder The Singaporean Investor

*More information coming soon. Programme might be subjected to changes.