Singapore shares rise amid mixed regional showing; STI up 0.4%
Across the broader market, gainers beat decliners 333 to 224 after 2 billion shares change hands
[SINGAPORE] The Straits Times Index (STI) extended its upward trajectory on Monday (Jul 21) amid a mixed performance in regional markets.
The benchmark index gained 17.63 points or 0.4 per cent to close at a new high of 4,207.13.
Across the broader market, gainers beat decliners 333 to 224 after 2.06 billion shares worth S$1.4 billion changed hands.
Among the blue-chip stocks on the STI, Frasers Logistics and Commercial Trust emerged as the top gainer on Monday. The counter rose 3.5 per cent or S$0.03 to close at S$0.88.
The worst performer was Wilmar International, which fell 1 per cent or S$0.03 to finish at S$3.02.
Thai Beverage was the most actively traded constituent stock. The counter closed flat at S$0.475 with some 51 million shares traded.
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