The SGX will reduce standard board lot sizes effective October 5, 2026, to improve retail investor affordability.
Board lots for instruments priced $10-$100 will drop to 10 units, while those over $100 will drop to 1 unit.
The policy change initially covers 11 high-profile stocks including DBS, OCBC, and UOB.
New omnibus broker custody accounts will be permitted from July 15, 2026, to align with global market practices.