Singapore's Blue-Chip Dividend Story: Profit Growth Meets Shareholder Returns
Four Singapore blue-chip stocks recently demonstrated what investors seek during market uncertainty: genuine profit growth paired with rising dividends. DBS Group delivered S$11.0 billion in net profit for FY2025, with total income climbing 3% year-on-year to S$22.9 billion, bolstered by an 18% surge in fee income from wealth management. The bank declared total dividends of S$3.06 per share, yielding approximately 5.5% at current trading levels. Keppel Ltd. showcased transformation power, with core business net profit surging 39% year-on-year to S$1.1 billion through strategic asset monetization and portfolio reshaping. The company proposed dividends of S$0.47 per share, a robust 38% increase from the prior year, offering a 3.8% yield.
