Singapore banks struggle with bond yield and interest rate tensions

Finance Singapore banks struggle with bond yield and interest rate tensions Shares of OCBC, DBS and UOB burdened as lenders are squeezed by uncertainty Singapore banks OCBC, DBS and UOB have reported their third-quarter earnings amid a downturn in their share prices. © Reuters DYLAN LOH November 6, 2026 14:48 JST SINGAPORE -- Singapore's biggest banks are grappling with tough prospects for stronger profits under an environment of higher bond yields and uncertainty over interest rates, as wary investors dump shares of the lenders amid a clouded outlook. Read Next Finance DBS chief warns of 'choppy' equity markets after US midterms Markets Taiwan, South Korea, Japan stock markets hit hard by AI sell-off Markets Asian stock markets drop as Democratic win stokes fears over AI scrutiny Bonds Will Japanese insurers bring money home? 5 things to know My Personal History Repaying my debt to Japan: Stephen Schwarzman (1) Bank of Japan BOJ chief Ueda says 2% inflation goal not yet sustainably achieved Food & Beverage Japan logistics startups expand cold food networks in Malaysia, Vietnam Latest on Finance Finance Credit Saison, ADB to partner on loans for Asia's small businesses Finance Japan's unprotected deposits hit $890bn as inheritances inflate accounts Finance DBS chief warns of 'choppy' equity markets after US midterms Sponsored Content About Sponsored Content This content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.