Broker Name: OCBC Group Research
Date of Report: 15 January 2026
Excerpt from OCBC Group Research report.
Report Summary
- Singapore’s Straits Times Index closed at 4,849.1, near its 52-week high, with modest gains across major sectors. Market turnover and volume were slightly down, and market breadth was positive with more gainers than losers.
- Global equities ended the week mixed. US indices slipped as investors digested policy uncertainty and tariff headlines, while European equities were largely flat, with energy and utilities outperforming. Asian markets saw gains led by technology stocks, notably in Taiwan and Korea.
- OCBC’s latest research highlights key Singapore stocks and sectors, with continued optimism for select REITs, banks, and industrials. Top recommendations include DBS, UOL Group, ST Engineering, and Singtel.
- The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring global macro events such as US tariffs and central bank appointments, as these can impact risk appetite and regional equity performance.
- The report contains standard disclaimers about investment suitability, potential conflicts of interest, and the nature of its recommendations.
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