The yield on the Singapore 10-year government bond increased to 2.32% on June 16, 2025. That increase indicates that policymakers are making adjustments and that new avenues for accessing SGD bonds are becoming available.

The Significance of SGD Bonds

Singapore Government Securities (SGS) is likely familiar to you. Consider SGD bonds to be close relatives since they are more stable, longer-term, and provide a consistent income. Adding SGD bonds is similar to creating a financial buffer if your portfolio is skewed toward stocks or other volatile assets. These bonds are a desirable low-risk investment due to Singapore’s AAA credit rating and stable currency.

How to Invest in SGD Bonds Wisely

There is no one-size-fits-all approach when considering the addition of SGD bonds. You could combine longer SGD-denominated corporate and government bonds for yield with short-dated SGS or Treasury bills for liquidity.

Think about 2-year to 5-year tenors for shorter horizons. Recently, the 5-year yield decreased to 1.88%. That is sufficient to generate revenue and preserve opportunities for further reinvestment.

Invest in 10-year or even 30-year SGD bonds if you want stability and return over the long term. Particularly when stocks feel uncertain, the 10-year yield is more alluring than shorter periods due to its recent increase to 2.32%. You can maintain maturity and receive steady interest, preventing unpleasant surprises.

Invest in Corporate SGD Bonds

Government-issued items are not the only thing involved. SGD bonds issued by corporations have been increasingly popular. Non-sovereign issuances in 2024 totaled about S$31.2 billion, a substantial increase over the previous year. Bonds from dependable issuers such as Singapore Airlines, Temasek, and DBS are available. While still relying on high credit quality, these tend to offer higher coupons than SGS, which helps increase yield.

Juggling Flexibility and Yield

Let us say you require both access and yield. A 2-year SGS, a 5-year corporate bond, and a 10-year government bond make up your laddered portfolio. You can roll up the ladder, reinvest at a possibly higher rate, or reallocate funds based on market conditions when the 2-year matures. Instead of securing you, that type of laddering enables SGD bonds to work for you.

Keep An Eye on Interest Movements and the Yield Curve

Movements in yield are important. Long-term bonds are now paying out more than short-term ones due to the recent increase in the 10-year yield. That might entail securing a higher salary. Longer-term bonds can act as a buffer if interest rates continue to rise. Pay attention to economic projections and changes in monetary policy.

The Benefits of Active Management

You do not have to do everything yourself. Better diversification may result from collaborating with your wealth manager or bank. They may add Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs) or SGD corporate bonds with ESG-related bond structures. Because SSBs are flexible and can be redeemed on a monthly basis, they are a good substitute for fixed deposits.

Assess Your Risk Tolerance

Prioritize shorter-term government and savings bonds if you are a risk averse person. For additional yield, lean toward high-grade corporate SGD bonds if your appetite permits. In any case, you are striking a balance between flexibility, income, and safety.