#whatstrending feat. Syfe was first published on SGX Ever wondered what is currently driving the local and regional markets? #whatstrending is a new series addressing some of the most trending questions/topics on the markets for investors. Designed to be educational, expect to get factual information on what is driving sectors and stocks listed on SGX, featuring insights from professionals in the community. Today, we hear more from Syfe, a digital wealth platform now offering Singapore-listed stocks. Samantha Horton, Chief Business Officer, shares her thoughts on market developments.

Q: With the recent market volatility and rate hikes, what have you observed in terms of investor trends?

From Samantha Horton, Chief Business Officer: Individual investors tend to turn towards more familiar local stocks during times of increased volatility. Intuitively, this makes sense as local investors are able to more easily have access to data points and earnings information on Singapore companies operating in their homeground – for example policy shifts,...