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STI pulls back and bond yields climb as Fed raises rates: Weekly Market Recap
By Beansprout  •  September 20, 2026
The haze is back in Singapore, and the view outside has been a little less clear this week. I think the markets feel a bit like that too. The Fed has raised interest rates again, bond yields have moved higher, and oil prices remain elevated. Yet parts of the stock market are still holding up, with several forces pulling in different directions. So we started by looking at what the Fed’s latest move could mean for T bills, fixed deposits and Singapore stocks, and where the opportunities may be shifting. When the path ahead is less clear, I find it more useful to focus on what I want each part of my portfolio to do. For money I may need sooner, we look at whether T bill yields could rise above 1.7% at the next auction. We also find out if the latest Singapore Savings Bond, with a 10 year average return of...
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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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