There are 7 Rulebooks issued by SGX and the one that is most relevant to retail investors is the “Listing – Mainboard Rules”. It is very intimidating to read and understand the Rulebooks but as an investor, there are some basics we ought to know. In fact, some are shareholder’s rights that you must know! Some of these rules are truncated so that I can keep the article short. Also, SGX may amend the rules in the future. Hence, please head to the SGX Rulebook for the updated details.

1. Annual Report and Annual General Meeting Schedule

707 (1) The time between the end of an issuer’s financial year and the date of its annual general meeting (if any) must not exceed four months. (2) An issuer must issue its annual report to shareholders and the Exchange at least 14 days before the date of its annual general meeting.

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