Asset classes on the exchange

Different asset classes such as shares, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX).

The Singapore Exchange is an example of a stock market or stock exchange.

Examples of how investors can access these products include Initial Public Offers (IPOs) for ordinary shares and tenders for government bonds.

Product classification

Shares, ETFs and REITs are classified as Specified Investment Products (SIPs) in Singapore.

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For investors seeking a clearer picture of ETFs, it helps to understand how ETFs track indices, their liquidity advantages, and how they compare to unit trusts in Singapore.

More information

This page is provided by MoneySense, a Singapore Government Agency Website.