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Why are retail investors shunning Singapore stocks? Have your say in Sias survey


Published on 2024-11-25 16:33:58 - Thomas Matters
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  • The Securities Investors Association (Singapore), or Sias, and financial insights platform Beansprout on Nov 21 released a survey targeting retail investors. The survey questions delve into why respondents are not investing in Singapore stocks and what would encourage them to do so.

The article from The Straits Times discusses the Singapore Exchange's (SGX) efforts to understand why retail investors are increasingly avoiding Singapore stocks. The Securities Investors Association (Singapore), or SIAS, has launched a survey to gather insights from investors on their reluctance to invest in local stocks. This initiative comes in light of a noticeable trend where retail investors are either shifting their investments abroad or reducing their stock market investments altogether. The survey aims to identify the factors deterring investment, such as high transaction costs, lack of attractive investment options, or other market-related issues. SGX and SIAS are keen on using the survey results to enhance the appeal of the Singapore stock market to retail investors.

Read the Full The Straits Times Article at [ https://www.straitstimes.com/business/why-are-retail-investors-shunning-singapore-stocks-have-your-say-in-sias-survey ]