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.
MAS forecasters lift 2026 growth to 3.6%
MAS forecasters lift 2026 growth to 3.6%
MAS March survey shows GDP forecast jumps to 3.6% after 6.9% Q4 2025 growth.
MAS issues $3.95b education mandate to equip investors as SGX hits $1t
Government boosts investor education amidst $1.8b daily trades.
Silicon 'AI Bomb' divides analysts on MAS policy path
Maybank signals an April slope steepening whilst RHB bets on policy stability through June.
MAS hikes inflation forecast to 1%-2% as it holds monetary policy
Central bank holds policy as growth outlook strengthens
AI governance, quantum threats dominate Singapore FinTech Festival Day 3
Executives say resilient digital architecture, not breakthroughs alone, will shape the next era of finance.
Global regulators push for cross-border coordination in digital assets
Trust remains central to digital finance innovation.
What kept key sectors resilient amidst elevated financial stability risks?
Businesses specifically strengthened their financial positions despite increased uncertainty and market volatility.
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.
Commentary
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