During Q2 2025, the S-REIT sector benefited from declining interest rates and improved sentiment, which enhanced the relative appeal of REIT dividend yields versus safer assets.
The three-month compounded Singapore Overnight Rate Average (SORA) fell from 3.02% in January to about 1.85% by end-July, reflecting easing domestic borrowing costs. While the US Federal Reserve has yet to cut its policy rate in the first half, market expectations of rate relief later in 2025 grew.
This backdrop supported S-REIT valuations, as investors anticipated lower financing costs and improved sentiment for yield-oriented investments.
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