Dividend investors have plenty to look forward to as December approaches. This week’s Smart Reads highlights REITs that raised distributions, blue chips rewarding shareholders this month, and lesser-known dividend stocks beyond the STI. We also revisit a decade of returns from Keppel, examine common mistakes when buying REITs, and point out warning signs that your dividends may be at risk. For growth-focused readers, we wrap up with three US stocks built for long-term compounding. Here are this week’s top articles: This REIT Still Yields 8.5% — and It’s Hiding in Plain Sight A high-yield REIT offering 8.5% continues to fly under the radar despite solid fundamentals. 4 REITs That Raised Distributions in 2025 These REITs increased their payouts this year, signalling confidence in their cash flow. December 2025 Dividends: 3 Blue-Chip Stocks Rewarding Shareholders Reliable blue chips are distributing dividends this month — here’s who’s paying. Beyond Blue Chips: 3 Singapore Stocks Paying Dividends in December 2025 These lesser-known names offer attractive income opportunities heading into year-end....