- For exposure to US stocks, pick an Ireland-domiciled ETF
- For exposure to Chinese stocks, pick a Hong Kong/Ireland-domiciled ETF. DO NOT pick a US-domiciled ETF for Chinese stocks.
- For exposure to Other Country stocks, check our summary table in the full article to choose between a Local/Ireland-domiciled ETF. DO NOT pick a US-domiciled ETF.
Difficulty: Moderate
1) The Ultimate List of ETFs for SG Investors
We’ve picked what we deem to be the most suitable ETFs for SG investors, taking into account withholding tax considerations as well as other aspects. We actually have two lists – one for ETFs which give exposure to a particular region/country, and another for ETFs which give exposure to a particular sector.
2) Dividend Withholding Taxes for SG Investors
(Click here for full article on the topic) When holding foreign stocks/ETFs, withholding taxes on the stock dividends often apply. We breakdown the withholding tax considerations for SG investors when it comes to investing in ETFs, for multiple countries. Here are the main conclusions:
