Singapore keeps close watch on debt of households


SINGAPORE: Some highly-leveraged households in Singapore may be vulnerable if interest rates rise or the economy slows, its central bank said, asserting it will take more steps if needed to keep household debt at manageable levels.

“Despite some moderation in the overall level of household indebtedness, the level of debt among highly leveraged households bears close watching,” the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said in its annual Financial Stability Review.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Business , Singapore , household debts , economy

   

Next In Business News

Over 400 units of Sunway Velocity 3 Homes Sold on Opening Weekend
Bank Negara holds OPR firm at 3%
Country Garden says it aims to pay onshore coupons due Thursday by May 13
China's exports and imports return to growth, signalling demand recovery
Hong Kong and Saudi Arabia explore funds to track Hong Kong stock indices
Oil rises on US crude storage draw, China imports show year-on-year gain
FBM KLCI retreats to 1,600
Volkswagen to establish Malaysia as export hub - Tengku Zafrul
Microsoft's staggering investment a technological shot in the arm for Malaysia
More job replenishment opportunities for Kerjaya Prospek

Others Also Read