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SGX:U11.SI 8 December 2025 - 8 February 2026

Singapore stocks hit a record as UOB, OCBC rally — and SGX’s lot-size cut plan is back in play

Singapore stocks hit a record as UOB, OCBC rally — and SGX’s lot-size cut plan is back in play

Singapore’s Straits Times Index closed last week at a record high, boosted by strong gains in major banks. Investors found relief after U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out using force to acquire Greenland and eased off tariff threats against European nations. UOB climbed nearly 8% over the week to a record S$39.50, while OCBC rose 4.52% to hit S$21.29.
26 January 2026
UOB share price ends higher at S$36.74 as buybacks continue — what to watch next

UOB share price ends higher at S$36.74 as buybacks continue — what to watch next

Shares of United Overseas Bank Limited closed Friday up 0.9% at S$36.74, mirroring gains across Singapore’s big three banks as the Straits Times Index ticked up 0.3% by the close. Interactive Brokers senior economist Jose Torres pointed to “bullish sentiment” returning on Wall Street following Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing’s earnings, which helped steady risk appetite heading into the weekend.
United Overseas Bank Limited (U11.SI) Stock: Can a 6.6% Dividend Yield Outweigh Margin and Credit Risks in 2026?

United Overseas Bank Limited (U11.SI) Stock: Can a 6.6% Dividend Yield Outweigh Margin and Credit Risks in 2026?

As of 8 December 2025, United Overseas Bank Limited sits at around S$34.5 per share, slightly down year‑to‑date but still one of Singapore’s core dividend banking plays.MarketScreener+1The stock combines a high dividend yield of roughly 6.6% with increased uncertainty over margins and asset quality heading into 2026.Dividends+2Investing.com+2
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Empire State Manufacturing

A figure above or below the 12.0 consensus could impact Treasury yields, the dollar, and cyclical stocks by influencing short-term growth outlooks.

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NAHB Housing Sentiment

A reading above or below 33 will influence expectations for housing demand, mortgage rate trends, and homebuilder stocks.

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Fabrinet After the Close

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