Singapore MAS: Banking System Remains Sound & Resilient Amid Closure of United States Silicon Valley Bank & Signature Bank and Heightened Volatility in Global Financial Markets
16th March 2023 | Singapore
Singapore central bank Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has issued a statement on Singapore banking system – “Banking system in Singapore remains sound & resilient amid closure of United States Silicon Valley Bank & Signature Bank and the heightened volatility in global financial markets”. Singapore MAS: “The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said today that Singapore’s banking system remains sound and resilient amid heightened volatility in global financial markets following the recent closure of banks Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. Silvergate Bank has announced that it will undergo orderly wind down and voluntary liquidation. in the US. The Singapore Dollar money market and foreign exchange market continue to function well … … The Singapore banking system has insignificant exposures to these failed banks in the US. Banks in Singapore are well-capitalised and conduct regular stress tests against interest rate and other risks. Their liquidity positions are healthy, underpinned by a stable and diversified funding base. These factors will allow them to weather potential stresses from global financial developments. See below more Singapore MAS statement.
“ Singapore MAS: Banking System Remains Sound & Resilient Amid Closure of United States Silicon Valley Bank & Signature Bank and Heightened Volatility in Global Financial Markets “
Monetary Authority of Singapore Statement
13th March 2023 – The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said today that Singapore’s banking system remains sound and resilient amid heightened volatility in global financial markets following the recent closure of banks Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. Silvergate Bank has announced that it will undergo orderly wind down and voluntary liquidation. in the US. The Singapore Dollar money market and foreign exchange market continue to function well.
The Singapore banking system has insignificant exposures to these failed banks in the US. Banks in Singapore are well-capitalised and conduct regular stress tests against interest rate and other risks. Their liquidity positions are healthy, underpinned by a stable and diversified funding base. These factors will allow them to weather potential stresses from global financial developments.
MAS is closely monitoring the domestic financial system and international developments. MAS stands ready to provide liquidity through its suite of facilities to ensure that Singapore’s financial system remains stable and financial markets continue to function in an orderly manner.
MAS is in close touch with Enterprise Singapore to assess any potential impact of international developments on Singapore start-ups, including those with operations in the US. The initial feedback indicates that the impact is limited. MAS and other government agencies will continue to monitor the situation closely for any signs of stress.
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