SIAS submits proposal to tighten requirements for foreign listings

[CityFarmer]

Hey! From the investment POV, Looks like I ought to put SGX in my watch list for the following reasons,

1. Huge Moat - It's a monopolistic biz. What's the alternative? Only non local Exchanges which means FOREX risks and non-familiarity with their listcos.

2. Incredible Franchise - We're all 'addicts' (actually no choice). They can raise their fees and we'll still come back for more. In a flattering sense, like See's Candies!

3. A biz that even a fool can run, like Cocal Cola sometime back (from Warren Buffett stories).

Hmm....

My view

1. Huge Moat :
With globalization, we should view competition globally. SGX is competing with others exchanges in the region with same time zone.

2. Incredible Franchise:
Definition of franchise (definition again ) is desired, no close substitute and not regulated.

Desired? Yes no doubt, at least to forummers here

No close substitute? How about using other exchanges in the region.

Not regulated? IIRC, I believe the fees are regulated.

3. A biz that even a fool can run?
I am not so sure on this.

[Blackjack]

Please go check. Almost 90% in trouble!

I am not so sure if the situation is as dire as you have made it out to be. Care to share the list of 90% that you are referring to?