Singapore shares open higher after Greek deal

STOCKS in Singapore rose on Tuesday morning following news of a Greek bailout deal that nevertheless might lead to fresh political uncertainty due to terms perceived as harsh.

The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) was up 9.54 points, or 0.29 per cent, to 3,320.76, at 9.02am.

Gainers outnumbered losers 90 to 39. Top stocks traded by value were blue chips DBS, Singtel, Global Logistic Properties, Keppel Corp and UOB.