The MAS has proposed making several legislative amendments to enhance prudential safeguards, corporate governance and risk management controls in the banking industry.

On 24 October 2023, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) issued a consultation paper on the repeal of the regulatory regime for Registered Fund Management Companies (RFMCs).

The Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited (SGX-ST) issued a consultation paper on 28 November 2019 to consult on the proposed removal of the minimum trading price framework (MTP Framework).

Changes in the way digital tokens are being used has prompted Singapore's central bank to tighten regulations around the way they are offered or issued.

On May 19th, 2021, Singapore's Green Finance Industry Task Force (GFIT), an industry-led initiative convened by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), issued a detailed implementation guide...

In a further effort to help listed companies align their ESG-related disclosures in line with other international standards and best practices, and to build on ESG reporting landscape in Singapore...

It's no surprise that many companies have already chosen to make Singapore their de facto home in Asia Pacific. We believe some recent trends and developments build the case for incorporating in Singapore even further.

The banking crisis from across the world is unfolding rapidly, with the latest milestone being the dramatic...

A recent move by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has illustrated that the costs of non-compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) requirements can be as severe as the revocation of a banking license. This serves as a stark reminder to global financial institutions of their AML responsibilities.

When a company holding a leasehold interest in a JTC property ("Lessee") runs into financial distress, the usual enforcement playbook employed by mortgagees or chargees, receivers appointed by mortgagees...

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) each issued on a consultation paper on January 9, 2026, on the proposed regulatory framework for a new Global Listing Board...

Singapore's Variable Capital Company is now in its third year and gaining market traction, with considerable financial incentives for qualifying managers.

To further support employment opportunities of locals in Singapore (i.e. Singapore citizens and Singapore permanent residents)

On 17 September 2019, the Ministry of Law ("MinLaw") issued a press release to remind dealers of precious stones and precious metals ("Regulated Dealers")

For decades, hybrid instruments such as preferred stock, convertible bonds or perpetual securities have troubled tax authorities around the world.

This article provides a summary of the changes to the available tax incentives for Qualifying Funds, and their implications for fund managers and family offices in Singapore.

The English Court of Appeal ("Court of Appeal") recently decided on an appeal brought by a borrower against a bank in relation to the validity of a loan restructuring on the grounds of intimidation, economic duress and breach of duty by the bank.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (" MAS") has issued a consultation paper on 22 May 2018, inviting comments on a proposed new Notice on Listing, De -listing or Trading of Relevant Products ...

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced that the revised framework for Single Family Offices (SFOs), which provides a simple, streamlined process for SFOs to establish operations in Singapore, was brought into force on 15 June. The revised framework creates a straight through class exemption from licensing for all qualifying SFOs operating in Singapore, regardless of structure. SFOs that meet the requirements need only notify MAS of their operations and maintain an account with a MAS-licensed bank. They also have to file an annual return with information on the total assets under management and the name of their bank.