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MAS to shortlist fund managers for S billion Equity Market Development Programme by Q3
MAS to shortlist fund managers for S$5 billion Equity Market Development Programme by Q3
[SINGAPORE] The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will shortlist fund managers for its S$5 billion Equity Market Development Programme by the third quarter of 2025. In response to media...
Outlook for US dollar assets remains stable for now, but investors must watch the market: MAS chief
Outlook for US dollar assets remains stable for now, but investors must watch the market: MAS chief
[SINGAPORE] The outlook for US dollar assets remains stable for the moment although in the near term, the market bears watching, said Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) chief Chia...
Outlook for US dollar assets remains stable for now, but investors must watch the market: MAS chief
Cyclical, structural factors can affect current advantage of US dollar assets although outlook is stable for now: MAS chief
[SINGAPORE] The outlook for the structural advantage of US dollar assets looks to be relatively stable at present, said Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) chief Chia Der Jiun at...
Maybank Securities positive on MAS equities review given niche in mid-cap players: CEO Aditya Laroia
Maybank Securities positive on MAS equities review given niche in mid-cap players: CEO Aditya Laroia
[SINGAPORE] The Singapore government’s attempt to revive its local stock market is a much-needed move to boost Singapore’s financial hub status, and is already showing early signs of positive...
MAS, SGX RegCo propose listing rule changes in pursuit of a vibrant, disclosure-based market
MAS, SGX RegCo propose listing rule changes in pursuit of a vibrant, disclosure-based market
[SINGAPORE] Here’s how Warren Buffett described the purpose of his annual letter to shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway earlier this year: “As a public company, we are required to periodically...
SGX RegCo, MAS proposals viewed as positive step forward but inadequate without deeper market reform
SGX RegCo, MAS proposals viewed as positive step forward but inadequate without deeper market reform
[SINGAPORE] The Singapore stock market will need deeper structural reforms to address longstanding challenges, market watchers told The Business Times.While market participants were mostly positive about proposals unveiled by...
SGX RegCo, MAS proposals viewed as positive step forward but inadequate without deeper market reform
SGX RegCo, MAS proposals are a positive step forward, but inadequate without deeper market reform: market watchers
[SINGAPORE] The Singapore stock market will need deeper structural reforms to address longstanding challenges, market watchers told The Business Times.While market participants were mostly positive about proposals unveiled by...
MAS proposes key changes in IPO rules and processes to boost SGX’s appeal
MAS proposes key changes in IPO rules and processes to boost SGX’s appeal
[SINGAPORE] The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is currently seeking feedback on proposed changes to simplify prospectus requirements and enhance investor outreach for initial public offerings (IPOs), it announced...
iFast receives MAS trust business licence, enhances wealth management capabilities
iFast receives MAS trust business licence, enhances wealth management capabilities
[SINGAPORE] iFast Corp announced on Friday (May 2) that its global trust, a Singapore-incorporated entity within the group, has been granted a trust business licence by the Monetary Authority...
MAS’ private-market proposal spells a new era for retail investing in Singapore
MAS’ private-market proposal spells a new era for retail investing in Singapore
[SINGAPORE] The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has signalled a potential shift in Singapore’s investment landscape by seeking feedback for its proposed private market regulatory framework. The call for...