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‘No two days are the same’: Inside the lives of Singapore’s remisiers

Technology and a new generation of investors are reshaping the role of these long-established financial intermediaries

In the bustling world of Singapore's financial markets, remisiers play a vital role as financial intermediaries. These professionals, many of whom have spent decades in the industry, adapt to the changing landscape by embracing technology and providing personalized services to clients. Ernest Lim, a remisier at CGS International Securities Singapore, starts his day early, scanning overnight news and conducting research to anticipate market movements.

Karen Ng, a remisier at Maybank Securities, similarly focuses on monitoring prices and providing clients with customized investment advice. Despite the rise of online trading platforms, remisiers remain indispensable due to their deep knowledge of the market, ability to provide investment insights, and personalized customer service.

For these professionals, the role is a high-touch business that requires maintaining relationships with hundreds of clients and providing ongoing support.

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