SGX, SISV reviewing valuation and reporting practices

Quality valuations seen crucial to safeguarding investor interest and maintaining confidence in Reits, business trusts

Published Thu, Aug 17, 2017 · 09:50 PM

Singapore

SINGAPORE Exchange (SGX) and the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV) are jointly reviewing valuation practices and the reporting carried out by real estate valuers that are engaged by listed issuers.

A committee has been formed to carry out the review, they said in a joint statement on Thursday.

"SGX is committed to collaborating with the entire eco-system to improve governance and disclosure," said Michael Tang, SGX's head of listing policy and product admission.

"We believe investors will benefit when valuation reports contain clearer information on methodology and key assumptions," …

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