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Is the 1-year T-bill better than the 6-month T-bill and fixed deposits?
By Beansprout  •  October 12, 2025
The closing yield on the 1-year Singapore T-bill of 1.35% is below the 6-month T-bill yield. However, investors of the 1-year T-bill may face lower re-investment risks. What happened? The yield on the 6-month Singapore T-bill has fallen over the past few months. The cut-off yield on the most recent 6-month T-bill (BS25120N) was at 1.44%, significantly lower than where it was at the start of the year. At the same time, fixed deposit rates in Singapore have declined in recent months too. As such, I've seen fewer discussions in the Beansprout community about where is the best place to park cash for higher yields - T-bills, fixed deposits or SSBs? With the recently opened 1-year Singapore T-bill auction (BY25103W) on 8 October 2025, I will be looking at some of the latest indicators to find out if it is worthwhile applying for the 1-year Singapore T-bill as a way to generate passive income....
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By Beansprout
Hi, I’m Gerald! I have been working in investment analysis for more than 12 years. Often, I encounter everyday investors who find it difficult to invest. At Beansprout, we believe that with the right tools and knowledge, everyone can be an investor. Hence, we founded Beansprout to make quality investment insights more accessible. We hope that you can join us on this journey to grow your financial knowledge and confidence as an investor.
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