In 2017, the manufacturing industry alone made up 20% of Singapore’s gross domestic product. The electronics semiconductor sector was one of the driving forces that drives the overall manufacturing industry in 2017. Many companies that operate in the sector reported outstanding performance last year. As a result, many of them enjoyed sharp rallies in their stock prices.

There are about 12 semiconductor companies that listed in Singapore. Among the largest in terms of market capitalisation are UMS Holdings Limited, Micro-Mechanics (Holdings) Limited and AEM Holdings Limited.

1. Stock Symbol

Ticker Symbol: SGX:558

Market Cap: S$ 590.84 million (6 April 2018)

Share Price: S$ 1.10 (6 April 2018)

Sector: Technology

Industry: Semiconductor Equipment and Materials

2. The Business

UMS Holdings makes high precision front-end semiconductor components for original semiconductor equipment manufacturers and performs complex electromechanical assembly and final testing services. It was incorporated in Singapore on January 17, 2001. ...