Top Indexes on the Singapore Exchange (SGX)
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) offers a wide range of market indexes to help investors monitor and analyze various segments of its financial market. These indexes range from broad market benchmarks to sector-specific and thematic indexes, providing diversified options for traders, investors, and analysts.
Below is a detailed overview of the key indexes available on SGX:
1. Straits Times Index (STI)
This is Singapore’s benchmark index, tracking the performance of the top 30 companies listed on SGX by market capitalization. It includes blue-chip firms such as DBS Bank, Singtel, and UOB. The STI is widely used by fund managers and retail investors to gauge the health of Singapore's stock market.
2. FTSE ST All-Share Index
This comprehensive index covers all eligible companies listed on both the Mainboard and Catalist platforms of SGX. It reflects the performance of the broader market, combining large, mid, and small-cap companies.
3. FTSE ST Mid Cap Index
Targeted at mid-sized firms, this index captures companies that fall between the large caps of the STI and the smaller, more volatile stocks. It’s often used to identify stable growth opportunities.
4. FTSE ST Small Cap Index
This index tracks smaller companies with high growth potential. Although riskier, these stocks often attract investors looking for emerging business opportunities in Singapore.
5. FTSE ST China Index
Designed to measure the performance of China-based companies listed in Singapore, often referred to as S-chips. It’s particularly useful for those seeking exposure to Chinese businesses operating in SGX’s regulatory environment.
6. FTSE ST Catalist Index
Focused on firms listed on the Catalist board (SGX’s growth company board), this index represents early-stage or high-growth enterprises that may not yet meet Mainboard listing requirements.
7. iEdge SG ESG Leaders Index
This index highlights companies with strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. It supports investors who prioritize sustainability and corporate responsibility in their portfolios.
8. iEdge SG Dividend Index
Comprising SGX-listed companies with strong dividend-paying histories, this index is ideal for income-seeking investors. It reflects stable and profitable firms that consistently reward shareholders.
9. iEdge SG Sector Indices
SGX also offers sector-specific indexes under the iEdge brand, which include:
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iEdge SG REIT Index
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iEdge SG Real Estate Index
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iEdge SG Consumer Staples Index
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iEdge SG Telecommunications Index
These indexes allow investors to target specific industries and manage sector exposure more precisely.
10. FTSE ST REIT Index
A dedicated index tracking Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) listed on SGX. Singapore is known as a leading REIT market in Asia, making this index highly relevant for regional REIT investors.