The Business Times · 14 Sep, 07:04 · Finance briefing

Singapore bond issuance hits record US$95 billion in 2025, up 21.8%: MAS

Singapore’s sovereign bond issuance reached a record US$95 billion in 2025, representing a substantial 21.8% increase from the previous year, according to the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

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Singapore’s sovereign bond issuance reached a record US$95 billion in 2025, representing a substantial 21.8% increase from the previous year, according to the Monetary Authority of Singapore. This significant expansion in debt financing activity highlights the nation’s robust capital market dynamics and growing investor confidence. The surge underscores Singapore’s strategic position as a premier global financial hub, facilitating large-scale funding for national development and economic stability while attracting international institutional capital.

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