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US dollar

Singapore bonds break from Treasuries as haven demand grows

Singapore’s fiscal discipline is boosting the appeal of its AAA-rated bonds which are graded above Treasuries amid concern over US government finances.
Singapore’s fiscal discipline is boosting the appeal of its AAA-rated bonds which are graded above Treasuries amid concern over US government finances.

Why the US dollar will continue to shine

The US dollar will maintain its critical position in global portfolios despite worries about its future.
The US dollar will maintain its critical position in global portfolios despite worries about its future.

Why Trump’s team is betting on stablecoins

US President Donald Trump holds a signed executive order on cryptocurrencies, in the Oval Office of the White House.
US President Donald Trump holds a signed executive order on cryptocurrencies, in the Oval Office of the White House.

US shutdown compounds worst year for currency trading since 2005

Crucial data have not been published in weeks, making traders less willing to stake big bets on where the US dollar is headed.
Crucial data have not been published in weeks, making traders less willing to stake big bets on where the US dollar is headed.

Projected doubling of S’pore GDP by 2040 could see S$ on a par with US dollar, STI hit 10,000: DBS

DBS expects Singapore’s real GDP to grow 2.3 per cent a year through 2040.
DBS expects Singapore’s real GDP to grow 2.3 per cent a year through 2040.

Gold, silver extend rout after massive sell-off as rally loses shine

Gold and silver saw their steepest sell-off in years as investors locked in profits on concern that their recent historic rally left them overvalued.
Gold and silver saw their steepest sell-off in years as investors locked in profits on concern that their recent historic rally left them overvalued.

Gold smashes US$4,000 milestone for first time in record run

FILE PHOTO: Gold bullion is displayed at Hatton Garden Metals precious metal dealers in London, Britain July 21, 2015. REUTERS/Neil Hall/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Gold bullion is displayed at Hatton Garden Metals precious metal dealers in London, Britain July 21, 2015. REUTERS/Neil Hall/File Photo

Singapore’s snowballing cash levels boost local bonds

Singapore’s bonds, underpinned by the country's top credit rating, are increasingly viewed as safe-haven alternatives to US assets.
Singapore’s bonds, underpinned by the country's top credit rating, are increasingly viewed as safe-haven alternatives to US assets.

US dollar, Treasuries jolted after Trump fires Fed governor

The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index fell 0.2 per cent in early Asia trading on Aug 26 after Mr Trump said he fired the Fed governor.
The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index fell 0.2 per cent in early Asia trading on Aug 26 after Mr Trump said he fired the Fed governor.

Is the US riskier than emerging markets?

The US stock market has largely rebounded since late April, and that may be masking an unpleasant reality.
The US stock market has largely rebounded since late April, and that may be masking an unpleasant reality.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2025 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.