Legal Update: SGX RegCo Clarifies Forward Guidance: Myths, Expectations, and Practical Takeaways

On 16 January 2026, SGX RegCo published a Regulator’s Column emphasising the increasing importance of forward guidance, being clear and credible communication by issuers on future performance and strategy.

Against the backdrop of growing investor interest in Singapore equities and recent market‑support initiatives, SGX RegCo encouraged issuers to use SGXNet to communicate future plans and outlook more clearly. It also noted that issuers can, and in appropriate cases should, consider providing forward guidance as part of their investor communications.

In this legal update, we highlight the key clarifications provided by SGX RegCo on the use of forward guidance and summarise what issuers should take into account when preparing forward‑looking disclosures.

Please find the full update attached.