When it comes to investing for growth, the Singapore stock market may not always set the pulses racing. From January 2003 to December 2022, the Straits Times Index grew 142.3%, while the S&P 500 grew 336.4% over the same 20-year period. Investors may glance at the higher returns in the U.S. and decide that Singapore isn’t a great place to invest in. While it is true that the Singapore stock market may not exhibit the same level of rapid expansion as some of its global counterparts like the U.S., its steady growth, coupled with a range of distinctive advantages, creates an investment landscape that is appealing for various reasons.
