Singapore

Capital / Liquidity

Singapore Court Addresses 'Absolute Discretion' in Loan Agreements

By Manesh Samtani | 16/09/2025

A High Court ruling implies a duty of good faith, meaning banks should be able to justify discretionary actions and avoid arbitrary decisions.

AML / KYC

ASEAN Adopts 10-year Action Plan Against Transnational Crime

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/09/2025

ASEAN ministers have elevated cybercrime and online scams as the region’s top security concern while backing initiatives on money laundering and illegal migration.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX to Launch New Index Tracking Non-STI Companies

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

MAS Deputy Chairman Chee Hong Tat said Singapore will also unveil a “value unlock” package later this year to spur listed companies to raise shareholder returns.

AML / KYC

Singapore Family Offices Face Rising Cost, Compliance Hurdles

By Nithya Subramanian | 15/09/2025

The fallout from the 2023 money laundering case has driven up costs and compliance hurdles for single family offices, prompting the ultra-rich to explore other banking alternatives.

Enforcement

MAS Bars Former AIA Representative for Mis-selling Complex Products

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/09/2025

MAS imposed a three-year prohibition order after finding that the Insurance representative recommended unsuitable products without assessing the client’s financial situation.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai and Singapore Stock Exchanges to Deepen Partnership

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/09/2025

The two exchanges are exploring new avenues for collaboration, with a focus on helping Chinese companies access global markets.

Fintech / Regtech

Singapore’s GovTech Steps Up Singpass Security to Combat Fraud

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/09/2025

GovTech’s anti-fraud team has introduced real-time facial verification on the national digital ID app to counter cyber intrusions and protect users.

ESG / Sustainability

MAS-Led Green Investments Partnership Achieves US$510m First Close

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/09/2025

Backed by global and regional investors, the fund will channel capital into renewable energy, transport, and other green projects to accelerate Asia’s energy transition.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX RegCo Proposes Streamlined Rules for ETF Market-Makers

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/09/2025

The proposal includes easing administrative requirements for ETF market-makers by scrapping notification and announcement obligations.