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MAS’ private-market proposal for retail investors may boost appeal of semi-liquid funds

Such products are seeing growing demand globally as they offer a measure of liquidity, but experts warn they are not without risks

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Wong Chia Peck

Wong Chia Peck

Published Mon, Apr 14, 2025 · 05:00 AM
    • MAS proposes that other retail investors can access private markets through authorised long-term investment funds, which may be listed or unlisted.
    • MAS proposes that other retail investors can access private markets through authorised long-term investment funds, which may be listed or unlisted. PHOTO: BLOOMBERG

    [SINGAPORE] The Monetary Authority of Singapore’s (MAS) proposal to let retail investors access private markets could see such investors favour semi-liquid funds that offer periodic redemption opportunities, said experts.

    These funds are open-ended and provide ongoing access, where investors can stay invested for as long as they choose. These funds are therefore also known as evergreen funds.

    The minimum upfront investment amount is usually lower, for instance US$5,000, compared with the millions required by closed-ended funds – the other dominant structure in private markets.

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