SGX Group

On 4 April, we witnessed record-breaking trading activity in SGX KRW/USD Mini Futures, with US$1.4 billion (80,569 lots) traded in a single day. This milestone was driven by heightened volatility in the Korean won, sparked by political changes (ousting of South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol) and global trade concerns. As of 15 April, the month-to-date daily average volume (DAV) stood at 44.7k lots (US$768 million) – a 100% MoM growth, underscoring strong market participation. Notably, mini-sized contract volumes surpassed the US$1 billion mark on three separate days in just the first half of the month, highlighting their growing relevance amid evolving market dynamics. These numbers not only reflect intensified market engagement but also the crucial role that SGX plays in FX markets. Chat with our team today to learn more about our FX products. #KRW #Korean #Won #SGX #SGXFX #FXfutures

Amid market turbulence in early April, SGX Nikkei 225 Index Futures leads in price discovery with uninterrupted, round-the-clock trading.   Designed with only a 15-minute break between day and night sessions, our platform offers continuous access backed by deep liquidity and venue reliability. This enables institutional investors and trading professionals to manage risks and seize opportunity with confidence.   Discover how the SGX Nikkei 225 Suite supports your hedging strategy—especially when volatility strikes. Click here to learn more - https://bit.ly/4cLgHcv Nikkei | NIKKEI Group Asia Pte Ltd | Nikkei Asia | Nikkei Market Data

Despite market volatility following the U.S. hardline tariffs announcement, which caused a 9.6% decline in total return for the Straits Times Index (STI), retail investors continued to show confidence in Singapore stocks, net buying S$1.24 billion over the first eight trading sessions of April. The banking sector led the net retail inflows despite facing declines. Additionally, Industrials, Technology, Consumer Cyclicals, and REITs attracted notable net retail inflows. In contrast, the Telecommunications Sector, particularly Singtel, led the net retail outflows. Learn about the full list of stocks that recorded the highest net retail flows through our latest Market Update article. Link in the comments below. #SGXSecurities #MarketUpdate #MarketVolatiloty #Tariffs #Stocks #STI #SingaporeStockMarket

We're deeply honoured to receive the prestigious "Best Asia FX Derivatives Exchange" Award at the FX Markets Asia Awards 2025, a recognition that underscores SGX’s leadership and unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in the FX derivatives market. “Global investors are increasingly using our FX futures for price discovery and as effective and cost-efficient hedging instruments to manage heightened market and currency volatility. The deep liquidity of our FX futures continues to attract new market participants. Our SGX USD/CNH FX Futures – the world’s most liquid international renminbi futures contract with about 40% of volumes traded during U.S. and European time zones – have become an important source of liquidity and pricing reference point for global investors.” - KC Lam, Global Head of FX and Rates We truly appreciate the trust and support of our market participants, members, supporters, and judges! Read our full press release here - https://bit.ly/42z0McD

An increasing number of OTC FX market participants are using exchange-traded FX futures, due to their growing importance in price discovery and price formation.   This has led to a fast-growing and vibrant hybrid market structure in which investors have a wider choice of where and how to trade. Blending the strengths of OTC trading with the benefits of FX futures offers enhanced liquidity, tighter price discovery, and improved risk management. Whether you're on the sell- or buy-side, hybrid FX trading creates new opportunities for efficiency and growth. The convergence of these markets is not only reshaping trading strategies but also democratising access, allowing firms of all sizes to capitalise on its potential.   KC Lam, Global Head of Rates and FX, had the opportunity to speak with e-Forex on this development and outline the benefits it presents for all market participants. Click here to read the full interview - https://bit.ly/42B5ruI

Plenty of smiles this morning at the Singapore Exchange’s IPO Arena as we witness the successful listing of Vin’s Holdings Ltd on SGX Catalist under stock code “VIN”! 🎉 Established since 1987, Vin’s Holdings is an integrated automotive solutions provider in Singapore that offers automobile sales and related services, after-sales services, financing and related services, as well as rental and leasing services. Vin’s Holdings has embarked on significant IT investments and digital transformation initiatives that have substantially enhanced its operational efficiency and customer service capabilities. With digital transformation at the core of its growth strategy, Vin’s Holdings is well placed to increase its market presence and seek new expansion opportunities. Congratulations to Vin’s Holdings Ltd! Learn more about them through the link in the comments section. #SGXIPO #SGXSecurities #CapitalMarkets | Vin's Automotive Group

#SGXIPO - Gong! Join us on Facebook Live http://bit.ly/3cIxdNt at 8.42am SGT tomorrow as we countdown to the listing of Vin’s Holdings Ltd. The company is a leading integrated automotive solutions provider in Singapore catering to the diverse needs of individuals and businesses in the automotive industry. Learn more about the listing here 👉 https://bit.ly/4ltTG1F #SGXSecurities #CapitalMarkets | Vin's Automotive Group

We’re excited to announce the listing of the new SGX MSCI Emerging Market Climate Action NTR (USD) Index Futures. This new contract joins our existing suite of futures contracts tracking the MSCI Climate Action Indexes across World, U.S., Europe, Japan and Asia ex-Japan. These indexes are designed to empower institutional investors to support climate transition strategies and contribute to reducing global emissions. With the addition of the SGX MSCI Emerging Market Climate Action Index Futures, we now offer six equity index futures that provide investors with a robust platform to align their investments with climate action and emerging market opportunities. This launch follows the recent success of the iShares MSCI Asia Ex-Japan Climate Action ETF, having crossed the US$ 1 billion milestone, indicating continued growth of the MSCI Climate Action ecosystem of listed solutions! Discover how our innovative derivatives can support your climate-focused investment strategies. 👉 Learn more about the new contract here:  https://bit.ly/3Eot41n #SGX #MSCI #ClimateAction #ESGInvesting #EmergingMarket #climate #transition #finance 

The introduction of extended trading hours for SGX Group's Equity Index derivatives on 7 April came at a crucial moment, as markets continue to grapple with the ongoing impact of reciprocal tariffs announced by Trump. Global tariffs have driven unprecedented intraday volumes across SGX’s flagship equity derivatives, with these volumes underscoring the importance of SGX products during periods of market extreme uncertainty. Extended trading hours further enhance global accessibility and support investors with greater flexibility to manage risk in dynamic markets. During the onshore holiday on 4 April, SGX FTSE China A50 Index Futures and SGX FTSE Taiwan Index Futures also achieved record T+1 volumes, cementing SGX’s position as a trusted platform for navigating key Asian markets. As always, trading on SGX will be available during upcoming onshore holidays such as China’s Labour Day (1 to 5 May) and Japan’s bank holidays (5 to 6 May), allowing investors to continually manage risks during this volatile period. For more insights, click on our full report via the link in the comments section. #SGX #EquityDerivatives #Futures #MarketUpdate #FTSE #GIFT #Nifty50 #MSCI #retaliatory #tariffs

🌐Connecting Global Markets: Advancing Rubber Futures Trading Together🌐   Collaboration is central to market development. At our recent event—co-hosted by Guotai Junan Futures Singapore, Shanghai International Energy Exchange (INE), and SGX Group—we underscored the value of trusted partnerships in shaping the global rubber futures market.   The event brought together industry experts and market participants to explore trading strategies, investment opportunities, and mechanisms for accessing both onshore and offshore markets. Together, we're expanding cross-border connectivity, deepening market liquidity, and building a more connected global rubber ecosystem.   A heartfelt thank you to all speakers, attendees, and partners for making this an insightful and impactful session. Special appreciation goes to Guotai Junan Futures, our derivatives trading and clearing member, for their instrumental role in bridging markets and enabling global traders to navigate the rubber market with confidence and efficiency.   Interested in learning more about our rubber futures? Speak with us today! #SGXCommodities #Rubber #RubberFutures #Derivatives #Trading