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Fitch Ratings Expects Singapore's Major Banks to Maintain Performance in 12-18 Months

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Fitch Ratings expects Singapore banks DBS Group (SGX:D05), Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp. (SGX:O39) and United Overseas Bank (SGX:U11) to continue delivering solid performance over the next 12 to 18 months, according to a release late Thursday.

The forecast comes despite increased uncertainty across the globe, with risks linked to banks' lower-rated overseas market and the length and severity of conflict in the Middle East.

While all three banks have been reporting slower profitability due to lower interest rates, fee income growth due to wealth management segments has ensured strong financial performances.

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