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.
October not yet the time for monetary policy tightening - HSBC
October not yet the time for monetary policy tightening - HSBC
The report expects MAS to keep its current policy.
Banking sector’s loan exposure to Evergrande ‘insignificant’: MAS
Direct exposures to China’s property sector are less than 1% of non-bank loans.
High time for MAS to amplify investigative powers: law firms
The proposed amendment will strengthen MAS’ power in multiple acts.
Independent Reserve gets crypto licence from MAS
It is one of the first virtual asset service providers to obtain full licensure approval.
MAS grants DBS brokerage arm crypto licence
The monetary authority also granted one to an Australian firm.
MAS grants DBS brokerage arm crypto licence
The monetary authority also granted one to an Australian firm.
SGD NEER likely to be supported in MAS’ MPS - HSBC
The policy is expected to normalize in April 2022.
SG, Thailand launch SGX-SET Depository Receipts Linkage
This would increase the opportunities for cross-border investments.
MAS reveals 15 Global CBDC Challenge finalists
They will present their innovations at the Demo Day during the Singapore FinTech Festival in November.
Core inflation eased to 0.6% in June
Inflation for all items meanwhile remained unchanged at 2.4% YoY.
MAS, SFA open applications for 2021 FinTech Awards
The deadline for submissions is on 31 August.
MAS poses global challenge to accelerate responsible AI solutions
Up to three winners will receive S$50,000 each.
MAS extends support facility for SMEs
The extension is from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022.
MAS seeks enhancement of investigative powers
This includes the power for MAS to enter premises without prior notice or a court warrant.
Regulatory bodies extends online dissemination of rights issue and take-over documents
The temporary measure will continue to be in place until revoked or amended.
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