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Weakening US dollar gives boost to S’pore market as investors review their portfolios
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- Retail investors in Singapore face challenges with a weak US dollar eroding US investment gains when converted back to Singapore dollars.
- Conservative investors are shifting towards Singapore markets due to stability, while others remain interested in US assets for growth opportunities.
- Experts advise staying invested despite short-term currency fluctuations, noting US multinationals benefit from a weak dollar through international revenue.
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SINGAPORE – Singapore retail investors holding US equities have had to contend with a weakening US dollar in 2025, which is eating away at their investment gains when converted back to Singapore dollars.
The greenback fell after US President Donald Trump announced his “Liberation Day” tariffs on April 2.
