Singapore is a leading financial and commercial centre and is Asia’s most network-ready location with world-class infrastructure.
Singapore: The Ideal Location for Regional Headquarters in Asia
Back to Banking for International SubsidiariesWith its strategic geographical location in Asia, Singapore is also at the heart of a booming region known as ASEAN, making it attractive for businesses expanding in the region to centralise their operations here as a regional hub. Singapore is currently a base for more than 7,000 multinational companies and 46% of regional headquarters in Asia.
Globally renowned for its low corruption rate and stable political environment, the city-state also boasts low taxes and a pro-business ecosystem. Many companies across multiple sectors like technology, healthcare and commodities have set up or moved their regional headquarters and treasury centres to Singapore for better visibility, stronger connectivity and easier access to the region.
Singapore, an ideal location with world class infrastructure
5th
largest financial centre in the world
#1
world’s most competitive economy (IMD World Competitiveness Ranking)
2nd
in Asia for the ease of doing business, social environmental and economic sustainability (World Bank Group Ranking 2020)
2nd
most liveable city in the world (Expat explorer survey 2019)
2nd
most liveable city in the world (Expat explorer survey 2019)
#1
in Asia with strong laws protecting IP rights
Singapore, a leading financial hub
- Only country in Asia rated AAA by Fitch, Moody’s and S&P
- Asia’s largest FX trading hub and the world’s 3rd largest FX market
- Full capital convertibility - no liquidity restrictions or FX controls supporting optimal liquidity solutions including RMB
- Home to 19 of the world’s top 20 asset managers
Singapore – Ideal location for Regional Headquarters in Asia
With its strategic geographical location, Singapore is at the heart of a booming region and is highly attractive for foreign investors.
HSBC Business Guide to ASEAN and beyond
Our Singapore and ASEAN Business Guides provide key information and market insights on Singapore, the region, and key trade corridors. It explores topics such as trade, taxation, and ESG, along with client case studies from the largest economies in ASEAN and their trading partners.
Download our Singapore Business Guide or Business Guide to ASEAN and Beyond today.
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