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Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB)
At a Glance
Maximise your Supplementary Retirement Savings (SRS)
From 1 February 2019, you can use your SRS funds for investing into SSBs.
Features & Benefits
Features
Savings Bonds are a special type of Singapore Government Securities (SGS) with features that make them accessible and suitable to individual investors.
- Eligibility – Individuals only
- Term – 10 years
- Mode – Cash and SRS (from 1 February 2019)
- Interest – Paid every 6 months. At issuance, rates are fixed based on the prevailing SGS yields and locked in for each issue.
- Issuance – Monthly
- Redemption – Monthly, with no penalty. Principal and any accrued interest will be paid.
- Investment amount – Minimum of $500, and subsequent multiples of $500 up to a cap to be announced.
- Non-tradable – Savings Bonds are non-marketable securities and cannot be bought or sold in the secondary market.
Benefits
- Saving for retirement – Savings Bonds are a safe and flexible option to maintain the value of your nest egg.
- Setting money aside for “rainy days” – you can earn step-up interest on your savings until you need the money.
- Diversifying your investments – Savings Bonds can help you diversify risks and achieve an efficient portfolio.
Click here for a Step-by-step guide on applying for Singapore Savings Bonds via Internet Banking.
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