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DBS, OCBC and UOB Face Rate-Hike Reality Check as Funding Costs and Bond Risks Rise

DBS, OCBC and UOB are under pressure as investors reassess whether higher rates will support margins or instead raise funding costs and balance-sheet risks.

By Bernard Lee4 min read

Singapore, 12 October 2026 – Singapore’s three largest banks are facing a more difficult interest-rate environment as investors reassess whether higher borrowing costs will actually support profitability or instead squeeze margins and increase balance-sheet risks.

DBS Group Holdings, Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation and United Overseas Bank all came under selling pressure last week as expectations shifted around the impact of tighter monetary conditions.

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  • Bernard is a social activist dedicated to championing community empowerment, equality, and social justice. With a strong voice on issues affecting grassroots communities, he brings insightful perspectives shaped by on-the-ground advocacy and public engagement. As a columnist for The Ledger Asia, Bernard writes thought-provoking pieces that challenge norms, highlight untold stories, and inspire conversations aimed at building a more inclusive and equitable society.