Temasek

About Temasek

Temasek Holdings is a Singaporean state-owned investment company established in 1974. It manages a portfolio valued at approximately S$389 billion (around US$288 billion) as of March 2024. Its investments are mainly in Singapore and across Asia, and also reach developed markets in North America and Europe. Temasek takes a long-term perspective and focuses on sustainable returns, guided by four key structural trends: digitization, sustainable living, the future of consumption, and longer lifespans. It follows a thematic investment approach that targets transforming economies, growing middle-income populations, deepening comparative advantages and emerging champions. This means investing in sectors such as infrastructure, financial services, telecommunications, media, technology, consumer products, life sciences and energy. The portfolio is diversified, with a strategic mix intended to balance exposure between mature economies and growth regions. The typical directional allocation is 40% Asia, 30% Singapore, 20% OECD countries, and up to 10% in other regions such as Latin America and Africa. By following these principles, Temasek aims for sustainable financial performance while contributing positively to the communities where it operates.