A basic guide to foreign currency fixed deposit accounts

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Foreign currency fixed deposit accounts are fairly similar to Singapore fixed deposit accounts, but differ by introducing the risk of variable foreign exchange rates. This guide reviews how these deposits work, covering key factors that drive interest earned and important risks to consider. Foreign currency fixed deposit accounts allow consumers to convert SGD to foreign currency units, which are then...

Foreign currency fixed deposit accounts are fairly similar to, but differ by introducing the risk of variable foreign exchange rates.

These bank-offered interest rates are contingent on the tenure of the deposit, as well as the amount of funds deposited. Banks across Singapore offer foreign currency fixed deposits for a variety of foreign currencies, each with unique interest fixed deposit rates. For example, one bank might offer 0.78 per cent p.a. interest for an AUD10,000 deposit across six month tenure, while another might offer 1.7 per cent p.a.

 

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