In this comprehensive guide, we explore what qualifies as an undervalued stock, analysts' top recommendations this year, and how you can trade/ invest in them with IG Singapore.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment or trading advice. Please ensure you understand the risks and consider your individual circumstances before trading.
Undervalued stocks are companies trading below their fair or intrinsic value, often due to market overreaction, poor sentiment or short-term headwinds.
Singapore’s market includes quality dividend payers, REITs and blue-chip names that are often overlooked but financially sound.
You can trade undervalued stocks with CFDs on IG, using tools like technical analysis, price alerts, and watchlists. You can also invest in these stocks directly via the IG Markets Singapore app.
An undervalued stock is one that trades at a price below what analysts or investors believe it’s truly worth. This difference often stems from market sentiment, not fundamentals.
For example, a company might have strong earnings, cash reserves and growth potential, but still see its share price suppressed due to:
These discrepancies can create opportunities for traders who expect the market to correct its view over time.
Singapore’s stock market (SGX) offers a unique blend of opportunities for value investors seeking long-term growth and active traders looking for short-term price movements.
From REITs and banks to transport, logistics, and industrial conglomerates, the SGX has historically been home to resilient businesses that sometimes trade below their intrinsic value.
Many SGX-listed firms boast strong balance sheets, reliable earnings, and consistent dividend payouts. For investors, this means steady income streams; for traders, it creates predictable price floors that reduce downside risk.
Under-the-radar opportunities
Unlike US or Hong Kong markets, Singapore stocks often receive less analyst coverage and media attention. This limited visibility allows mispricing to persist longer, creating potential entry points for traders to exploit short-term inefficiencies and for investors to accumulate undervalued positions before the market catches up.
Catalysts for revaluation
Shifts in interest rates, regional demand, or economic cycles can quickly re-rate undervalued SGX stocks. Traders can benefit from sharp price movements during these catalysts, while investors can gain from long-term appreciation as fundamentals realign with valuations.
Diversification with regional exposure
SGX-listed companies provide access to ASEAN growth markets and global trade flows, making them attractive for portfolio diversification. Investors secure exposure to stable dividends and regional expansion, while traders capitalise on volatility tied to macroeconomic events.
In 2025, average daily trading in SGX-listed securities increased 21% from a year earlier, reaching roughly S$1.5 billion per day — its strongest showing since 2010.
Look for stocks trading at relatively low valuations compared to historical averages or sector peers:
Remember that a low valuation alone isn’t enough. You’ll want to cross-check with other indicators.
Use IG’s platform tools and research to assess:
Stocks with strong fundamentals and stable outlooks, despite low market prices, may signal true undervaluation.
Pair valuation with technical analysis:
Combining fundamentals with momentum signals can help confirm potential recovery trades.
Company
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P/E ratio*
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P/B ratio*
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Dividend yield (Five-year average)
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Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC)
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13.9
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1.6
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4.7%
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17.3
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1.3
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5.2%#
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13.6
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0.9
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4.4%
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7.9
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0.8
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5.6%
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7.6
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0.6
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4.1%
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* As of April 2026
# Since 2022
Market cap: ~S$101 billion (April 2026)
Financial performance (FY2025):
Dividend payout:
Other financial/ business metrics to note:
Trading information (23 April 2026):
Analyst stock ratings and share price targets: OCBC shares have been rated ‘buy’ by 47% of analysts polled by FactSet, with another 35% and 18% rating is ‘hold’ and ‘sell’, respectively. The stock also has an average share price target of S$22.63 per share. (23 April 2026)..
Market cap: S$20.6 billion
Financial performance (Q3 FY2025/26):
Dividend payout:
Other financial/ business metrics to note:
Trading information (23 April 2026):
Analyst stock ratings and share price targets: SIA shares have a majority ‘buy’ rating, with 67% of analysts rating it as such, based on FactSet data published on the IG Markets mobile app. Analysts also provided an average price target of S$6.65, indicating that the stock has a small upside potential of 2.9% over the next 12 months. (23 April 2026)
Market cap: S$24.3 billion
Financial performance (FY2025):
Dividend payout:
Other financial / business metrics to note:
Trading information (23 April 2026):
Analyst stock ratings and share price targets: Wilmar shares have a majority ‘hold’’ rating and 12-month average stock price target of S$3.74, based on FactSet Insights published on the IG Markets app. (23 April 2026)
Market cap: US$4.44 million
Financial performance (Q1 2026):
Dividend payout/ distribution amount:
Other financial / business metrics to note:
Trading information (24 April 2026):
Analyst stock ratings and share price targets: Keppel REIT shares have a majority ‘hold’’ rating (with 50% of analysts polled by FactSet rating it as such). The stock also has an average price target of S$0.98, indicating a potential upside of over 10% over the next 12 months. (24 April 2026)
Market cap: US$3.9 billion
Financial performance (FY2025):
Dividend payout:
Other financial / business metrics to note:
Trading information (24 April 2026):
Analyst stock ratings and share price targets: Golden Agri-Resources shares have a majority ‘hold’’ rating, alongside an average 12-month stock price target of S$0.30. (24 April 2026)
Yes., you can do so with the IG Markets Singapore app. Many Singapore-listed companies across banking, property, and industrials offer stable earnings, strong balance sheets, and regional growth potential. When valuations are low, they can be attractive long-term plays.
Yes. Large-cap stocks and REITs provide transparency, steady dividends, and lower volatility. Beginners can use dollar-cost averaging and diversification to manage risk.
Sectors like real estate, financials, industrials and transport often contain undervalued stocks - especially during periods of rising rates, regional slowdown, or sector-specific pessimism.
Not necessarily. A stock might look cheap based on its price or valuation multiples but could be fairly priced if it faces serious structural issues. Undervalued stocks have strong fundamentals that the market may be overlooking.
A stock can remain undervalued, or fall further, for longer than expected. Risks include deteriorating fundamentals, misjudging sentiment shifts, or macro events derailing a recovery.
Use IG’s trading platform to scan for low P/E or P/B stocks, track sector performance, apply technical filters, and monitor news flow. You can also create watchlists or set alerts on stocks you think are mispriced.
Yes, with CFDs, you can go short on stocks you believe are overvalued or due for a correction. This can be used to hedge or speculate on market sentiment reversals.
No. Dividends from SGX-listed companies and REITs are tax-exempt for individuals under Singapore’s one-tier corporate tax system.
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