SCAM METER

The Scam Indicator comprises of 6 scam-related multiple choice questions where users have the options of choosing Yes, No or Don’t Know with intuitive messages at the end of every question. Upon completing all 6 questions, the app will be able to advise whether the investment opportunity has little/some/most characteristics of a scam.

Yes No Don’t know

1. Did a stranger approach you with an opportunity to make money? 1. Did a stranger approach you with an opportunity to make money?

Did you wonder why they approached you? Find out more about the person and opportunity.

Someone you know? Think carefully as relationships can be affected when money becomes an issue.

Did you wonder why they approached you? Find out more about the person and opportunity

2. Is the person or company offering the product license by relevant authority?

It is advisable to verify the licensing status with the relevant authority.

Never invest through an unlicensed person.

It is advisable to verify the licensing status with the relevant authority.

3. Does the scheme guarantee a high return over a short period of time? 3. Does the scheme guarantee a high return over a short period of time?

If the scheme is offering a higher return than the market, then you must check how the scheme is able to pay the returns promised.

4. Does the scheme promise profits only and no losses? 4. Does the scheme promise profits only and no losses?

All investments carry risk whether we like it or not!

5. Is the agent avoiding your questions or requests for more details? 5. Is the agent avoiding your questions or requests for more details?

All investors are entitled to information to make an informed investment decision.

6. Are you pressured or pushed into making a decision on the spot or an immediate decision? 6. Are you pressured or pushed into making a decision on the spot or an immediate decision?

Take time to think carefully or you may risk losing your life savings.

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Scheme shows little or no elements of scam. Please contact the relevant authority for peace of mind. You may also refer to Capital Market Products and Beyond The Capital Market sections for further information.

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Scheme shows little to elements of scam. Please contant the relevant authority and to refer to the Capital Market sections for further information.

Disclaimer:

Scheme shows some elements of scam. Ensure that the person or product you are investing through/in is licensed. Please contact the relevant authority. You can refer to the Capital Market Products and Beyond The Capital Market sections for further information

Disclaimer:

Scheme shows most of the scam elements. Ensure that the person or prodint you are investing through/in is licensed. Please contact the relevant authority. You may refer to Capital Market Products and Beyound The Capital Market section for further information.

Disclaimer:

You may need to review your understanding in handling of your investment accounts. Please go through the questions again.

caution Good. You have shown a moderate level of understanding in handling of your investment accounts.