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. 

Further money policy tightening may be unlikely due to banking sector turmoil

The central bank’s tightening is still unchanged amidst economic risks.

Further money policy tightening may be unlikely due to banking sector turmoil

The central bank’s tightening is still unchanged amidst economic risks.

What to expect from MAS’ April policy statement

UOB expects MAS  to release its statement around 10-14 April.

Inflation eases to 6.3% in February

MTI attributed the moderation to lower private transportation inflation.

UNDP appoints MAS executive director as SIF chair

He replaces Bank of England’s Anna Sweeney.

Pending tax incentive applications from single-family offices hit 200

Applicants are required to open and maintain an account with a MAS-licensed bank.

No interruptions in Credit Suisse operations in Singapore: MAS

MAS said UBS’ takeover of Credit Suisse will not impact SG’s banking system.

For better or for worse? Economist unveil predictions for SG’s economy 

They expect full-year inflation to come in between 3.5% and 5.9%.

Officials still cautious on economy in 2023 despite reopening: RHB

The growth could be lower for Singapore compared to market consensus of 5.3%.

Inflation gives central banks a challenge to ease rate hikes

They also need to balance between disinflation and the global financial market.

MAS mandates due diligence and conduct requirements for CF advisers

The central bank said the requirements will allow investors to make informed decisions.

SG, India enable real-time cross-border payments

This is possible with the linkage of PayNow and India’s Unified Payments Interface.

Final public consultation on green and transition taxonomy launched

The GTIF is seeking views on the “Do No Significant Harm (DNSH)” criteria, amongst others.

Inflation eases to 6.5% in December

It came in lower due to the moderation in private transport inflation.

MAS: Remuneration mandate for CEOs, directors will improve investor confidence

The central bank integrated the new rule in the Code of Corporate Governance.

MAS slaps former UOB representative with 15-year prohibition orders

The court convicted Han Delong of criminal breach of trust, amongst others.