Monday, 13 April 2026

Updates & Key Changes on Bond Trading

Please be informed of the following important updates to bond trading.

 

Custody-Based Trading Accounts (Effective 4 May 2026)

From 4 May 2026, only custody-based trading accounts will be eligible for online bond transactions.

The following account types will no longer be supported online bond trading:

  • Cash Management Account (KC)
  • Cash Trading Account

Please contact me to place orders.

To facilitate a smooth transition, the following fee waivers will apply:

 

Waiver for Seamless Transition (Valid until 31 December 2026)

  • Direct CDP → Custody-Based Trading Accounts
    Transfer-in fees for wholesale bonds will be waived.
  • Internal Transfers of Foreign Bonds (Cash / KC → Custody-Based Accounts)
    Transfer fees will be waived for foreign bonds transferred into custody-based accounts within PSPL.

Note: All waivers are valid until 31 December 2026.

 

Platform Enhancements & Fee Structure for Bond Transactions

Poems is currently enhancing their bond trading platform to improve transparency and overall client experience.

The enhanced platform is targeted to be launched on 4 May 2026

A commission of 0.25% of the nominal value will be applied to all bond transactions under the enhanced platform.

This shift to a commission-based model (instead of spread mark-ups) is designed to better serve Poems clients by offering:

  • Greater pricing transparency – clients see exactly what they are paying
  • No hidden mark-ups embedded in prices
  • Clear and consistent fee structure across transactions
  • Improved price discovery, ensuring transactions closer to true market levels

All charges are subject to prevailing GST.

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