The Equities Market Review Group (EMRG), tasked with enhancing Singapore’s capital markets, has unveiled its initial recommendations, centering on strategic tax incentives aimed at boosting the domestic equities ecosystem.
The proposed measures, announced today, target two key areas:
- Attracting Listings: Introduction of tax incentives designed to encourage enterprises, both local and international, to choose Singapore as their primary listing venue.
- Stimulating Fund Activity: Implementation of tax incentives specifically aimed at incentivizing the establishment and expansion of investment funds that maintain substantial exposure to Singapore-listed equities.
These proposals represent the EMRG’s first concrete steps in a broader initiative to strengthen the competitiveness and depth of Singapore’s equities market. The Group is scheduled to provide a comprehensive update detailing these tax incentive proposals on 21 February 2025.
Looking ahead, the EMRG has committed to presenting a further set of measures in the second quarter of 2025. This next phase will focus on fostering the longer-term development and ensuring the sustainable growth trajectory of Singapore’s equities market.
Source: Monetary Authority of Singapore, 13 February 2025.