An island of stability

Article Abstract:

Singapore is traditionally viewed as a safe haven for investors seeking solid gains, but in the first quarter of 2001 that view changed when the market's main index fell more than the others in Southeast Asia. Nevertheless, Singapore is safer than many other places because of its strongly capitalized banks, well-regulated financial system, and stable and credible courts. Analysts' perceptions of the Singapore market are discussed.

Column, Securities, Investments

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'Shares' to aid Singaporeans

Article Abstract:

The government of Singapore announced a plan that will provide citizens with "shares" that will not drop in value and will provide a bonus when the economy improves. The move is part of the country's $6.24 (S$11.3 billion) billion economic-stimulus package. Singapore will use S$2.7 billion of its accumulated government surplus on these New Singapore Shares.

Economic development

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Singapore appears to score in bid to challenge Hong Kong: effort to catch up as financial center includes lower business costs, tax breaks, cuts in red tape

Article Abstract:

The competition between Singapore and Hong Kong in the financial market sector is becoming more interesting as Singapore appears to be in the lead. Several financial executives and companies in Hong Kong have transferred their offices to Singapore. Also, Singapore is doubling efforts to make the country the equity-trading center of Asia by focusing more on supervision rather than on regulations.

Market information - general, Hong Kong, International aspects, Financial markets

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