Lion Global Investors Marks Tenth ETF Listing with Singapore’s First Homegrown Physical Gold ETF

Backed by physical gold insured and vaulted in Singapore^, the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* marks SGX’s first gold ETF in two decades, building on the strong momentum of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund launched on 1 December 2025.

SINGAPORE, 5 MARCH 2026 – Lion Global Investors (LGI) will mark its tenth exchange traded fund in just over eight years with its listing of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) on 26 March 2026. LGI has introduced more ETFs on SGX than any other issuer over the past decade, in response to growing investor demand. The latest listing follows the successful launch of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund on 1 December 2025, which has attracted strong investor interest and grown to SGD 502.2 million (USD 396.8 million) as of 27 February 2026 in assets under management within three months of inception.

This milestone marks the first Singapore homegrown physical gold ETF to be listed on SGX, offering investors a modern, liquid and cost effective way to access gold. The ETF structure enhances accessibility for both retail and institutional investors, enabling real time trading during Singapore market hours.

The investment objective of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* follows that of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund, which seeks to track the performance of London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Gold Price1 AM as closely as possible. The fund will invest in LBMA Good Delivery gold which is compliant with LBMA Good Delivery Rules.  The ETF is backed by physical gold that is insured and vaulted in Singapore^. 
1 LBMA GOLD PRICE IS A TRADE MARK OF PRECIOUS METALS PRICES LIMITED, IS LICENSED TO ICE BENCHMARK ADMINISTRATION LIMITED (IBA) AS THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE LBMA GOLD PRICE, AND IS USED BY LION GLOBAL INVESTORS LIMITED WITH PERMISSION UNDER LICENCE BY IBA.

Rising Investor Demand for Gold ETFs in an Uncertain Global Environment

Throughout 2025 and into 2026, gold has demonstrated remarkable resilience, reaching new record highs as investors turned to the precious metal as a hedge against global macroeconomic uncertainty and currency volatility. According to a World Gold Council report published in January 2026, total gold demand in 2025 exceeded 5,000 tonnes for the first time.

The LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* provides investors a convenient and cost-efficient access to physical gold exposure. Backed by physical gold, it allows investors to participate in the gold market while avoiding the practical complexities of physical storage and insurance. This listing marks the first Singapore-domiciled gold ETF on SGX, and the first gold ETF with insured physical gold securely vaulted in Singapore^.

Teo Joo Wah, CEO, Lion Global Investors, said: “In an environment of heightened geopolitical risks, increased market volatility and uncertain inflation outlook, investors are increasingly turning to gold as a portfolio diversifier. Through our gold offering, we provide a simple and accessible way for investors to enhance their core portfolios with physical gold exposure, at a time when traditional asset allocations may face greater challenges. Our focus remains on delivering solutions that evolve with investors to support their long-term investment objectives.”

“Following the strong reception of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund at its launch on 1 December 2025, the listing of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* on SGX represents a natural progression in our efforts to broaden access to the physical gold market in Singapore. Our objective is to provide investors with a transparent, liquid and cost effective solution that supports portfolio diversification, long term resilience and growth through exposure to gold,” Mr Teo added.

The listing of the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* reflects Lion Global Investors’ commitment to delivering innovative and diversified investment solutions that address the evolving needs of investors. The ETF is designed to appeal to both retail and institutional investors seeking portfolio diversification and protection against inflation and geopolitical risks.

How to invest in the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF*

The Initial Offer Period (IOP) for the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF* commences tomorrow, 6 March 2026, and will end on 20 March 2026. The ETF will be listed on 26 March 2026 and is available in both Singapore dollar (SGD) and United States dollar (USD) denominations under the SGX tickers GLS and GLU respectively.

Investors can subscribe to the ETF during the Initial Offer Period through the participating dealers – DBS Vickers Securities, iFAST Financial, Lim & Tan Securities, Maybank Securities, Moomoo, OCBC Securities, Phillip Securities and Tiger Brokers Singapore. 

OCBC customers can also invest in the ETF through OCBC ATMs, mobile and online banking from 6 March 2026, 9am through 19 March 2026, 12pm. The minimum subscription quantity is set at 10 units with a SGD 2 application fee. Each ETF unit will be issued at USD 5. 

Once the ETF is listed on SGX on 26 March 2026, investors will be able to trade via their brokers and trading platforms.

For more information about the LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold ETF*, visit www.lionglobalinvestors.com

^Applies to allocated gold only.
*Refers to ETF USD Class which is tradable in both SGD and USD on SGX.

Disclaimer – Lion Global Investors Limited

This advertisement or publication has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. It is for information only, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any capital markets products or investments and does not have regard to your specific investment objectives, financial situation, tax position or needs.

The LionGlobal New Wealth Series II - LionGlobal Singapore Physical Gold Fund (the “Fund”) is not like a typical unit trust offered to the public in Singapore. The Fund comprises both classes of units listed and traded on the Singapore Exchange (“SGX-ST”) and classes of units which are neither listed on the SGX-ST nor any other stock exchange.

An investment in a precious metals fund carries risks of a different nature from other types of collective investment schemes which invest in transferable securities and a precious metals fund may not be suitable for persons who are adverse to such risks.

An investment in a precious metals fund is not intended to be a complete investment programme for any investor. As a prospective investor, you should carefully consider whether an investment in a precious metals fund is suitable for you, taking into account, your investment objectives, risk appetite and the potential price movements of precious metals. You are responsible for your own investment choices.

You should read the prospectus and Product Highlights Sheet of the Fund, which is available and may be obtained from Lion Global Investors Limited (“LGI”) or any of the appointed Participating Dealers (“PDs”), agents or distributors (as the case may be) for further details including the risk factors and consider if the Fund is suitable for you and seek such advice from a financial adviser if necessary, before deciding whether to purchase units in the Fund. Applications for units in the listed or unlisted classes of the Fund must be made in the manner set out in the prospectus. Investments in the Fund are not obligations of, deposits in, guaranteed or insured by LGI or any of its affiliates and are subject to investment risks including the possible loss of the principal amount invested. The performance of the Fund is not guaranteed and the value of units in the Fund and the income accruing to the units, if any, may rise or fall. Past performance, payout yields and payments as well as any predictions, projections, or forecasts are not necessarily indicative of the future or likely performance, payout yields and payments of the Fund. Any extraordinary performance may be due to exceptional circumstances which may not be sustainable. Any dividend distributions, which may be either out of income and/or capital, are not guaranteed and subject to LGI’s discretion. Any such dividend distributions will reduce the available capital for reinvestment and may result in an immediate decrease in the net asset value of the Fund. There can be no assurance that any of the allocations or holdings presented will remain in the Fund at the time this information is presented. Any information (which includes opinions, estimates, graphs, charts, formulae or devices) is subject to change or correction at any time without notice and is not to be relied on as advice. You are advised to conduct your own independent assessment and investigation of the relevance, accuracy, adequacy and reliability of any information or contained herein and seek professional advice on them. No warranty is given and no liability is accepted for any loss arising directly or indirectly as a result of you acting on such information. The Fund may, where permitted by the prospectus, invest in financial derivative instruments for hedging purposes or for the purpose of efficient portfolio management. The Fund's net asset value may have higher volatility due to its narrower investment focus (primarily in Gold (as defined in the prospectus)), when compared to funds with more diversified portfolios. LGI, its related companies, their directors and/or employees may hold units of the Fund and be engaged in purchasing or selling units of the Fund for themselves or their clients.

Please refer to the Prospectus for further details, including a discussion of certain factors to be considered in connection with an investment in the listed units of the Fund on the SGX-ST.

The listed units of the Fund are listed and traded on the Singapore Exchange (“SGX”), and may be traded at prices different from their net asset value, suspended from trading, or delisted. Such listing does not guarantee a liquid market for the units. You cannot purchase or redeem listed units in the Fund directly with the manager of the Fund, but you may, subject to specific conditions, do so on the SGX or through the PDs.

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 Disclaimer - ICE Benchmark Administration Limited

THE LBMA GOLD PRICE, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED AND PUBLISHED BY ICE BENCHMARK ADMINISTRATION LIMITED (IBA), SERVES AS, OR AS PART OF, AN INPUT OR UNDERLYING REFERENCE FOR LIONGLOBAL SINGAPORE PHYSICAL GOLD FUND.

LBMA GOLD PRICE IS A TRADE MARK OF PRECIOUS METALS PRICES LIMITED, AND IS LICENSED TO IBA AS THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE LBMA GOLD PRICE. ICE BENCHMARK ADMINSTRATION IS A TRADE MARK OF IBA AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES. THE LBMA GOLD PRICE AM, AND THE TRADE MARKS LBMA GOLD PRICE AND ICE BENCHMARK ADMINISTRATION, ARE USED BY LION GLOBAL INVESTORS LIMITED WITH PERMISSION UNDER LICENCE BY IBA.

IBA AND ITS AFFILIATES MAKE NO CLAIM, PREDICATION, WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION WHATSOEVER, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM ANY USE OF THE LBMA GOLD PRICE, OR THE APPROPRIATENESS OR SUITABILITY OF THE LBMA GOLD PRICE FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO WHICH IT MIGHT BE PUT, INCLUDING WITH RESPECT TO LIONGLOBAL SINGAPORE PHYSICAL GOLD FUND. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED TERMS, CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, AS TO QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PURPOSE, TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT, IN RELATION TO THE LBMA GOLD PRICE, ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED AND NONE OF IBA OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES WILL BE LIABLE IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR BREACH OF STATUTORY DUTY OR NUISANCE, FOR MISREPRESENTATION, OR UNDER ANTITRUST LAWS OR OTHERWISE, IN RESPECT OF ANY INACCURACIES, ERRORS, OMISSIONS, DELAYS, FAILURES, CESSATIONS OR CHANGES (MATERIAL OR OTHERWISE) IN THE LBMA GOLD PRICE, OR FOR ANY DAMAGE, EXPENSE OR OTHER LOSS (WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT) YOU MAY SUFFER ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE LBMA GOLD PRICE OR ANY RELIANCE YOU MAY PLACE UPON IT.


About Lion Global Investors Limited

Lion Global Investors Limited (Co Reg No. 198601745D) is a part of Great Eastern Holdings and a member of the Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited (OCBC) Group. Established since 1986, it is a leading and one of the largest asset management companies in Southeast Asia, uniquely positioned to provide Asian equities and fixed income strategies and funds to both institutional and retail investors. As at 30 June 2025, our assets under management (AUM) stands at S$74.7 billion (US$58.6 billion). www.lionglobalinvestors.com

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