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Macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical risk flagged as top concerns among Singapore’s financial institutions: MAS

Felicia Tan
Felicia Tan • 6 min read
Macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical risk flagged as top concerns among Singapore’s financial institutions: MAS
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Singapore’s financial institutions were most concerned about uncertainty in the macroeconomic environment including a slowdown in growth and a resurgence in inflation.

Geopolitical risk as well as trade tensions and uncertain policies from newly-elected governments were also cited as risks, says the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) in its financial stability review released on Nov 27.

Among the concerns cited, a slower-than-expected growth outlook for China was top of mind as this could have implications for corporates, funds and loan portfolios that have significant exposures to the country.

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