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The Straits Times Index Celebrates

60 Years

Our Legacy

For 60 years, the Straits Times Index (STI) has tracked Singapore's leading listed companies and the nation's economic progress.

Today, it remains one of the simplest ways to follow and invest in the businesses shaping everyday life, from banking and transport to real estate, telecommunications and consumer services.

More than a market index, the STI tells the story of Singapore's growth through the companies that have helped build the nation.

From trading hub to regional powerhouse - the STI has tracked every chapter of Singapore’s growth.

Why the STI matters today

While the STI is Singapore’s benchmark index, many of its constituent companies have businesses that span Asia and beyond. For investors, it offers a simple way to gain exposure to established companies across different sectors through a single benchmark

5 THINGS EVERY INVESTOR SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE STI

A benchmark investors have followed for decadesThe STI is Singapore's most recognised market benchmark and is used by investors to track the performance of Singapore equity market. Just as the S&P 500 is widely followed as a benchmark for the US market, the STI is Singapore's leading stock market index, tracking 30 of the largest and most actively traded companies listed on SGX.

It’s Singapore’s equivalent of the S&P 500STI has quietly outperformed bigger markets including S&P 500 and Hong Kong indices, delivering more than 100% total return over the last 5 years. Reflecting the strength of the market, the STI reached multiple record highs in 2026, culminating in a record close of 5,559 on 15 July 2026.

Explore 60 Years of the STI

INSIGHTS & PERSPECTIVES

Beyond the headlines: Five things you didn’t know about Singapore’s Straits Times Index

The Straits Times Index (STI) is the country’s flagship equity index.

Singapore’s Straits Times Index (STI), covering 85% of the local equity market by capitalisation, is more than just a stock barometer. With a legacy dating back to 1966, the STI has evolved through strategic partnerships, grown alongside Singapore’s economy, and become a regional diversification tool

Why sustainable equity investors should pay close attention to Singapore

The green economy is a growing global market in which many countries are trying to become leaders.

From electric vehicles to energy-efficient data centres, the green economy is a growing global market in which many countries are trying to become leaders. With Asia playing a key role in the global green economy and Singapore acting as the region’s technology innovation and capital markets hub, the city state’s equity market merits close attention from sustainable equity investors

STI AT NEW HEIGHTS

The STI's rise to record levels reflects growing investor confidence in Singapore's market and economy. Explore what is driving the rally, what these milestones mean, and whether opportunities remain for investors.

The most notable projection is that the STI could reach 10,000 by 2040, a prediction by DBS.

Can money still be made when the STI has hit record highs?

With cynics and naysayers still nursing foreign portfolios and perma bears on the Singapore stock markets still hibernating, the market has proven them wrong.

A lot of bull: As STI breaches 5,000, what more can we call for?

WHY INVESTORS TURN TO SINGAPORE

In times of market uncertainty, Singapore equities continue to attract investors seeking resilience and stability. These stories examine why Singapore remains a trusted destination for both new and seasoned investors.

Young investors (clockwise from top left) Hubert Lim, Dary Ong, Ocean Cheng, Iris Phyo, Daniel Ong and Jarret Han.

Young investors drawn to Singapore equities as safe harbour amid wild seas

Gold could continue to rise as it often benefits from geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.

Go for gold, US dollar or Singapore stocks as Middle East conflict escalates?

STRENGTH BEHIND THE STI

The STI's performance is underpinned by the strength and diversity of Singapore's economy and corporates. Learn more about the factors, sectors and companies that drive the index's long-term growth.

The local bourse unveiled Q1 2026’s top traded, performing and dividend-paying exchange-traded funds in its quarterly market highlights report.

Here are SGX’s top 10 dividend and best-performing ETFs in the volatile first quarter

Although telecom and utilities in total only account for about 10% of the index weights, the importance is increasing.

Singapore’s growing financial and telecom industries

MEET THE STI 30

Get to know the companies behind Singapore's benchmark index. From banking giants to technology and industrial leaders, these articles highlight the businesses shaping the STI's performance and evolution.