Singapore Dollar Hits New 2024 High Amid Tighter Monetary Policy Expectations 
The Singapore dollar reached a new peak for 2024 against the US dollar, driven by expectations that the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will maintain a tighter monetary policy than the US Federal Reserve. This outlook has strengthened confidence in the Asian currency. 
The Singapore dollar began its ascent in August, positioning itself as the third-best performing currency in Asia for 2024, trailing only the Malaysian ringgit and the Hong Kong dollar. On August 14, it climbed 0.1 per cent from its previous close to 1.3163 per US dollar, its highest level since December 28, reflecting a 3.6 per cent gain from its April 30 low of 1.3655. By 8pm local time, the currency was trading at 1.3152. 
MAS is expected to maintain its policy stance until 2025, while the US Federal Reserve may start cutting interest rates as early as September, reducing the US dollar's appeal. This has led to a boost in Asian currencies, with a regional currency index reaching its highest point since March. 
According to Dr Alvin Tan of the Royal Bank of Canada, the Singapore dollar will likely remain supported by MAS's current policy, barring a US recession. However, the currency's strong performance in 2022 and 2023 might be harder to sustain in 2024, especially if Fed rate cuts encourage risk-taking, as the Singapore dollar typically underperforms when the US dollar weakens. Analysts predict the currency may weaken to around 1.35 per US dollar by year-end. 
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