Singapore’s mid-cap stocks experienced a notable rise in trading activity during the first quarter of 2025, according to data from the Singapore Exchange (SGX) and Refinitiv. This surge is highlighted by the impressive performance of several stocks, with YF8 leading the pack with a 488% increase in average daily trading turnover (ADT).
The top five mid-cap stocks with the highest ADT growth include YF8, U10, ACV, Japfa, and S07. YF8, with a market capitalisation of S$2,332m, recorded an ADT of S$14.05m, whilst U10, with a market cap of S$1,674m, saw a 248% growth in ADT. ACV and Japfa also showed significant increases, with ADT growth of 233% and 188%, respectively.
This uptick in trading activity is significant as it reflects increased investor interest in mid-cap stocks, which are often seen as offering growth potential whilst being less volatile than smaller-cap stocks. The data also indicates a shift in investor focus towards these stocks amidst broader market trends.
In addition to the mid-cap stock performance, the SGX has introduced three new Hong Kong Stock Depository Receipts (SDRs), allowing investors to trade Hong Kong blue chips like Xiaomi, Meituan, and Ping An Insurance on the Singapore market. This move is part of SGX’s strategy to provide investors with diversified investment opportunities and thematic exposures to global trends such as AI transformation and e-commerce.
As the market progresses through 2025, the continued interest in mid-cap stocks and the introduction of new trading instruments like the Hong Kong SDRs could shape investment strategies and market dynamics in Singapore.
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