Source of article: THE STRAITS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. The recent measures announced by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)-led equities market review committee to revitalise the local bourse have borne positive and encouraging results. The significant rise in trading activity demonstrates renewed investor interest, suggesting that the reforms are beginning…
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. The delicate balance between robust investor protection and the efficient regulation of the securities market was the focal point of a distinguished panel discussion at a recent fire-side conference. This event, held on March 14, 2025, was a collaborative effort between the Securities Investors Association (Singapore), the…
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. The Singapore bourse has for a number of years embraced the disclosure-based regime. Issuers and professional advisers have commented that a true disclosure-based regime must entail the market regulator eschewing a prescriptive approach within a disclosure-based regime – such as requiring how information in the prospectus and post-listing…
My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. On 21st February 2025, the review committee chaired by Minister Chee Hong Tat unveiled the first comprehensive update on its recommendations to revitalise the Singapore stock market. This long-anticipated update has sparked a mix of reactions from commentators and industry representatives, highlighting both optimism and caution regarding the…
Source of article: THE STRAITS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. Claire Huang of the Singapore Straits Times wrote a detailed analysis on the possible ways to enable NTUC Income to maintain its social mission whilst remaining financially viable. Shareholders of Income who were expecting to cash out at a premium when it…
Source of article: THE STRAITS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. To cultivate a dynamic and thriving Singapore stock market akin to NASDAQ, the securities ecosystem—including market regulators, retail and institutional investors, research analysts, and the media—must adopt a more progressive mindset. This entails being willing to support companies that may face financial…
Source of article: THE BUSINESS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. On December 22, 2024, SingPost disclosed that it had terminated three senior executives for alleged misconduct and breaches of duty related to the handling of a whistleblowing case. This announcement, which sparked significant public concern, has cast a spotlight on the company’s…
Source of article: THE BUSINESS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. Megan Cheah, a writer for The Business Times, provided an insightful analysis of the 2024 performance of stock exchanges in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. Her report highlighted key trends shaping these ASEAN markets and their competitive dynamics within the region. In 2024,…
Source of article: THE BUSINESS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. The Singapore Business Times recently analyzed the poor post-IPO performance of companies listed on Catalist, Singapore Exchange’s junior board. Many Catalist companies have seen their share prices tumble on debut trading, with further declines thereafter. This has prompted debates about the underlying…
Source of article: THE BUSINESS TIMES My post on LinkedIn can be seen here. The Singapore stock market continues to face challenges, with only four Catalist listings recorded in 2024. This prolonged drought in new listings highlights the ongoing struggle to attract companies to the local bourse, raising concerns about its competitiveness and vibrancy. In contrast,…
