MAS
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is Singapore’s central bank and integrated financial regulator. MAS also works with the financial industry to develop Singapore as a dynamic international financial centre.
See below for the Latest MAS News, Analysis, Profit Results, Share Price Information, and Commentary.
Government rolls out initiatives for carbon market development
Government rolls out initiatives for carbon market development
These include a $15m carbon project development grant.
MAS to unveil next batch of asset managers for equity market scheme
The first three EQDP asset managers were appointed in July.
Softer inflation clears path for policy focus on growth
Headline and core inflation fell to 0.6% and 0.5%, respectively.
MAS chief economist urges Asia countries to remain agile, avoid retaliation
He urged policymakers to double down on regional trade integration.
MAS’ advisory committee to review governance code
The review aims to enhance the transparency and market appeal of listed companies.
MAS to establish office for Financing Asia’s Transition Partnership
The office will deploy up to $$647m in concessional capital.
Re-centering of Singapore dollar policy band possible later in 2025, says analyst
Weak inflation and growth could push MAS to shift the currency band lower later this year.
MAS investigates ex-Yang Kee Logistics CEO’s allegations against UOB
UOB, however, called the allegations ‘baseless and defamatory.’
MAS bans credit use for cryptocurrency purchases
MAS aims to help consumers avoid losses from crypto investments.
MAS, ABS to launch unified payment entity for national schemes
The new entity will consolidate Singapore’s national payment schemes, including SGQR.
MAS eases monetary policy as core inflation forecasts drops to 1% to 2%
CPI-All Items inflation will average 1.5% to 2.5% in 2025.
Headline inflation rises to 1.6% in November as transport costs ease slower
Transport inflation only fell by 0.7% YoY.
Geopolitical risks rise as top threat to Singapore economy
The growth in China is also seen to significantly impact Singapore’s economy.
MAS to launch electronic deferred payment solutions in mid-2025
It will help support the transition to e-payments.
JPMorgan Chase Bank fined $2.4m for oversight lapses in bond transactions
The bank had already paid the civil penalty.
MAS sets new ICR, leverage caps, and tighter disclosure rules for S-REITs
The changes will take effect immediately.
Singapore’s NBFI assets rise 4% in 2024
The increase was driven by expansion of insurers and investment funds.
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