Singapore FX, Money Markets Functioning Normally: MAS âšī¸
The Monetary Authority of Singapore reassured markets about stability and readiness to manage potential volatility in response to global market turbulence caused by new trade tariffs.
Global market uncertainty with potential ripple effects on international financial markets, moderate relevance to broad market indices and emerging market exposures
Singapore Equities Fall Further đ
Singapore's stock market dropped 0.4% due to U.S. tariff announcements, with the Straits Times Index experiencing losses across tech, energy, minerals, and finance sectors, while private sector data showed growth.
Broad market decline impacts global market exposure, with potential short-term volatility affecting regional and international portfolio allocations
Singapore Manufacturing Growth Continues to Ease âšī¸
Singapore's manufacturing sector showed marginal growth with a PMI of 50.6 in March 2025, indicating slower expansion in new orders, exports, and output amid global trade tensions.
Modest economic indicators suggest potential market volatility, with slight contraction signals in manufacturing and electronics sectors affecting global market sentiment
Singapore Bank Lending Largest in Over 2-1/2 Years đ
Singapore's bank loans increased to SGD 841.1 billion in February 2025, with growth primarily driven by business sector loans across multiple industries and rising consumer housing loans.
Indicates economic expansion and increased lending activity, which suggests growing business confidence and consumer spending potential in Singapore's financial markets
Singapore Home Prices Growth Eases in Q1 âšī¸
Singapore's private home prices rose 0.6% in Q1 2025, showing continued growth but at a slower pace, with transaction volumes declining by 15% quarter-on-quarter.
Limited direct impact on global portfolio due to localized real estate market dynamics and modest growth rate
Singapore Producer Inflation Slows in February âšī¸
Singapore's Domestic Supply Price Index slowed to 5.1% year-on-year in February 2025, with easing prices in several categories and increased costs in machinery and transport equipment.
Moderate inflation data with mixed price movements suggests stable economic conditions, with minimal direct impact on broad market indices and global portfolios