The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has launched a public consultation on proposed amendments to the Code on Collective Investment Schemes, aiming to expand the investment universe available to retail investors in Singapore.
The proposals would pave the way for retail access to futures-based single-commodity funds and a wider range of single-country bond funds.
Currently, these instruments are largely restricted to accredited or institutional investors due to their higher complexity and risk profiles.
By relaxing these constraints, the regulator seeks to deepen the local asset management market and provide retail savers with more diversified portfolio options.
The move aligns with broader efforts to enhance Singapore's competitiveness as a global financial hub while ensuring appropriate investor protection frameworks remain in place.
The consultation period is open for public feedback, allowing industry participants and consumer groups to weigh in on the proposed changes before any final rules are implemented.