Singapore Cuts Family Office Setup Time to Just Months, Boosting Attractiveness

Singapore has accelerated the process for qualifying ultra-high-net-worth individuals to set up private banking accounts and access tax incentives—shortening it from a year to approximately three months—to reinforce its position as a preferred gl

MAS Injects S$1.1 Billion into Asset Managers to Revive Equity Market

Singapore’s central bank launched a S$5 billion Equity Market Development Programme, deploying S$1.1 billion to select asset managers to help rejuvenate the local stock market and attract deeper institutional participation. As part of its strategy

MAS Warns of Slower Growth Ahead While Upholding Regulatory Vigilance

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) cautioned that while Q2 saw a surprising 4.3% GDP rise, growth will likely slow in the latter half of 2025 amid trade tensions and global uncertainty. Still, Singapore's financial system remains robust with M

OCBC Q2 Profits Dip as Margins Compress, Wealth Management Shines

OCBC’s Q2 net profit fell 7% year-on-year to S$1.82 billion, largely due to sustained net interest margin contraction, even as wealth management delivered a record AUM of S$310 billion. Despite pressures from narrowing margins, OCBC remained steady

DBS Q2 Profit Rises, Dividend Boost — Signals Steady Confidence Amid Volatility

Singapore's largest bank, DBS, posted a 1% increase in Q2 net profit to S$2.82 billion, outperforming expectations. The bank raised both its ordinary dividend by 11% and issued a capital return dividend, highlighting confidence despite margin pressur

Young Investors Dominate Mutual Fund Participation

A recent market analysis shows that nearly half of all mutual fund investors are between the ages of 18 and 30, with a strong preference for equity-oriented funds. This younger demographic is leveraging systematic investment plans to build long-term

Commodity and Forex Markets Show Shifting Positions as Speculative Longs Decline

The latest market positioning data indicates that speculative long positions in commodities have fallen to their lowest level in nearly a year. Traders have been reducing exposure to metals, energy, and agricultural products amid shifting global supp

Gold Prices Hit Record High as Investors Seek Safe Havens

Gold prices have surged to an all-time high amid heightened geopolitical tensions, shifting monetary policies, and persistent inflationary pressures. Central banks worldwide have continued to increase their gold reserves, supporting demand alongside

DBS Maintains Outlook While UOB Lowers Expectations After Mixed Q2 Results

DBS Group reported a 1% rise in second-quarter net profit to S$2.82 billion, exceeding market forecasts. The bank increased its ordinary dividend by 11% and introduced a special capital return, signaling strong shareholder value focus. However, retur

Singapore Exchange Reports Record Profit as IPO Market Rebounds

Singapore Exchange has announced a record annual profit for the latest fiscal year, with net income reaching S$609.5 million, marking the strongest performance in more than two decades. Revenue rose 11.7% year-on-year to S$1.3 billion, driven by high