The Straits Times Index hit a fresh peak last week, staying above the 4,300 level. Singapore’s blue-chips are climbing to new peaks, with some stocks touching all-time highs almost weekly.If you’re sitting on the sidelines watching prices soar, you might be wondering if it is too late to get in? Or worse, are we heading for a correction?Here’s the thing: not all rallies are created equal. Some shares are just being swept along by market hype. Others are climbing because the businesses behind them are genuinely getting stronger.We’re looking at three Singapore blue-chips that have been making headlines: CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (SGX: C38U), Frasers Centrepoint Trust (SGX: J69U), and SATS Ltd (SGX: S58). Based on share prices as of 12 September 2025.

CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust [CICT] (SGX: C38U)

CICT owns a portfolio of prime office and retail properties across Singapore and overseas. With popular shopping destinations such as Raffles City and Plaza Singapura, it’s one of Singapore’s largest REITs by market capitalisation.Why is it flying high now? The answer is simple. CICT’s resilience is real. As of June 2025, CICT’s occupancy is a solid 96.3%. Rents are moving higher too, up 7.7% in retail and 4.8% in office, showing there’s real demand for its properties.What are some key factors that investors should assess? First, watch the gearing ratio at 37.9%, it is still at a comfortable level but investors should monitor if interest rates stay elevated. The REIT also has room to manage its borrowing costs, with interest cover sitting at 3.1 times. Finally, with a price-to-book ratio of just under 1.1, CICT is trading close to its underlying asset value, which should help cushion downside if property prices stay firm.

Frasers Centrepoint Trust [FCT] (SGX: J69U)

FCT owns a portfolio of suburban malls that serve as essential destinations for heartland shoppers. Properties like Causeway Point and Northpoint City aren’t just shopping centres. They’re community hubs integrated with transport nodes.The numbers tell a resilient story. Retail occupancy hit 99.5% as of end-June 2025, essentially full. Shopper traffic rose 1% year on year while tenant sales climbed 3.3%, demonstrating that FCT’s malls remain essential destinations. The trust achieved high single-digit positive rental reversions for the quarter, with management maintaining this guidance for the full fiscal year.What should investors watch out for? FCT’s cost of debt has dipped below 4%, providing relief from 2023’s peaks. FCT is running at 38.6% gearing — higher than CICT — but still below the 50% cap, leaving some flexibility for growth moves. The Hougang Mall asset enhancement, due by September 2026 and already 64% pre-leased, should drive the next phase of growth.

SATS Ltd (SGX: S58)

SATS has transformed from a Singapore ground handler into a global aviation and food solutions powerhouse following its Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) acquisition.The integration is bearing fruit. First-quarter revenue for fiscal 2026 climbed by nearly 10% year on year to S$1.5 billion, with operating margins expanding to 8.3% from 8.2% a year earlier. Gateway Services (cargo and ground operations) drove performance with revenue up 11.2% year on year to S$1.2 billion, while Food Solutions maintained steady growth at 5.6% year on year.So what are investment considerations for SATS? The WFS integration is running ahead of schedule. New contracts with Cathay Cargo and Emirates SkyCargo highlight SATS’s wider global footprint, now 225 stations across 27 countries. Gross debt-to-equity has eased to 1.5 times from post-acquisition peaks. And the fiscal 2025 dividend of S$0.05, more than triple the year before, shows management’s confidence in its cash flow.

How Investors Should Think About Blue-Chips at Record Highs

Not all rallies mean it’s time to buy blindly.It really comes down to a simple question: are the fundamentals strong enough to justify today’s valuation?CICT, FCT, and SATS each offer different opportunities at today’s prices. CICT provides exposure to prime commercial real estate with a 5% yield. FCT offers defensive suburban retail exposure with steady distributions. SATS presents a transformation play with expanding global operations.

Get Smart: Not Everything May Be Overpriced

Markets may be near all-time highs, but that doesn’t mean everything is overpriced. Strong businesses with solid balance sheets and clear growth paths can still deliver. The key isn’t perfect timing — it’s knowing what you own and why.In this market, discipline matters more than ever. Don’t chase momentum. Invest in quality businesses at reasonable valuations, and let time do the heavy lifting. Looking to start investing? Our beginner’s guide will show you how to make the best buying decision and make fewer mistakes. Click here to download for free now.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Telegram for the latest investing news and analyses!Disclosure: Joanna Sng owns shares of SATS, CICT, and FCT.