Singapore equities

SMU launches capital markets initiative; chairman Piyush Gupta says market growth takes sustained reforms

OCBC remains overweight on Singapore equities for the second half of 2026, citing their attractive valuations that remain undemanding despite recent gains.

Singapore’s equity market gains raise bar for new IPOs: OCBC

After the clampdown, analysts from Citic Securities estimated that it could affect as much as HK$250 billion of assets in Hong Kong.

China’s capital crackdown: Why Hong Kong will keep its edge among Asian markets

As Singapore’s stock market regulation shifts further towards a “buyer beware” approach, greater transparency on potentially material matters is essential to enabling sound decisions in the market.
HOCK LOCK SIEW

The bright side to the CSE Global clash

Singapore Airlines is among eight STI-listed companies with track records spanning four decades, demonstrating resilience.
WHOLE OF WEALTH

A rocket may thrill, but do not forget the power of compounding

Should ST Engineering execute well in capturing burgeoning defence opportunities, expect investors to view the company’s stock highly favourably.
HOCK LOCK SIEW

Can ST Engineering aspire to challenge DBS to be king of the local bourse?

Workers displaced by AI could create new businesses, pursue artistic interests, set up social enterprises or launch community initiatives.
SENSE & CENTS

Scenario of AI-driven jobless economic growth need not scare investors and society

During World Cup years, the Straits Times Index has historically outperformed US and global equities.
BROKERS’ TAKE

AI predictions, consumer plays: Analysts offer SGX playbook for World Cup 2026

Fears of the AI rally overheating have led to tech stocks taking a hit globally.

Tech rout sweeps Asia as AI rally jitters spark sell-off

The Straits Times Index fell about 1% within the first 20 minutes of trading to about 5,086 points.

Singapore stocks slide as Iran ceasefire wavers, Fed rate hike fears grow