Asian markets experienced a surge in trading today, buoyed by anticipation ahead of upcoming monetary policy announcements from central banks in the US, UK, and Japan. The People's Bank of China also announced its intention to stop publishing daily global stock flow data from mid-August. Meanwhile, proposed changes to regulations by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) have provided some relief for Singapore Real Estate Investment Trusts (S-Reits) nearing the regulatory gearing limits.
Market Focus Daily, a closing bell roundup by *The Business Times*, offers a glimpse into the day's market movements and news from Singapore and the region.
Key Developments:
Asian markets rally: Asian stock markets saw a strong performance today, with investors anticipating the upcoming monetary policy announcements from key central banks.
China to halt stock flow data: The People's Bank of China will cease publishing daily global stock flow data from mid-August, a move that has sparked curiosity in the market.
MAS changes ease S-Reit concerns: Proposed adjustments to MAS regulations offer relief to S-Reits facing challenges due to approaching gearing limits, potentially boosting investor confidence in the real estate sector.
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