What DBS Vickers Securities Pte Ltd does

DBS Vickers Securities (Singapore) Pte Ltd is the brokerage and online trading arm of DBS Group Holdings Ltd (SGX: D05), Southeast Asia's largest lender. Incorporated in 1986 and rebranded after DBS Group acquisition, the company operates from its headquarters at Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3 in Singapore and serves retail and institutional investors across Asia. Its core products are the DBS Vickers Online Trading Platform (web-based) and the DBS Vickers mTrading App (iOS, Android, Huawei), which together provide execution access to 7 global stock markets - Singapore, United States, Hong Kong, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan - for equities, REITs, ETFs, fractional shares, and unit trusts. The platform is differentiated by proprietary investment analysis tools including the CLOVERS scoring model (seven metrics: Cash flow, Leverage, Operating risk, Valuation, ESG, Reflexivity, Shareholder returns), Stock Screener, Stock Comparer, Advanced Market Data, and TipRanks integration.

The business operates a dual go-to-market. Retail is served direct-to-consumer through digital self-service (web platform, mTrading app, Investment Service Centre hotline), in-branch support via DBS/POSB's physical network, and digibank single-login integration with DBS Bank. Institutional clients access Direct Market Access (DBSV-iDirect) across 22 countries via FIX 4.0/4.2/4.4 protocols, with sales-trading desks in Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia, New York, and London, and DBS Group Research coverage of 600+ companies distributed via Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters, and Capital IQ. Revenue is primarily transactional, generated through tiered brokerage commissions (0.12%-0.30% depending on market and settlement mode), share financing interest income, and FX conversion activity through the integrated DBS Multi-Currency Account (MCA). Cash upfront settlement via MCA offers up to 55% lower commissions and acts as a key funnel into the broader DBS banking ecosystem.

Name

DBS Vickers Securities Pte Ltd

Legal name

DBS Vickers Securities (Singapore) Pte Ltd

Website

https://dbsvickers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

DBS Vickers Securities is the brokerage arm of DBS Group Holdings, providing online and mobile equity trading across 7 global markets for retail and institutional investors, with integrated MCA settlement and DBS Group Research distribution.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Securities Brokerage

NAICS

Securities and Commodity Contracts Intermediation and Brokerage (5231)

SIC

Security Brokers, Dealers & Flotation Companies (6211)

akta.pro primary industry

Discount & Online Retail Brokerage (FSAEACAB)

Keywords

• Online brokerage services
• Equity trading platform
• Retail securities trading
• Institutional direct market access
• Multi-currency trade settlement

Headquarters

HQ city

Singapore

HQ country

Singapore

HQ region

Asia

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Brokerage Commissions: commissions charged on equity trades across 7 markets (Singapore, US, Hong Kong, Canada, UK, Australia, Japan). Revenue based on trade volume with tiered rates (standard, cash upfront discounted, and Young Investor flat rates). Primary revenue driver.
2. Share Financing Interest: Interest income from share financing/margin lending services that provide increased buying power for customers (DBS Share Financing product).
3. FX Conversion Revenue: Revenue from foreign exchange conversions when customers settle trades in different currencies using the Multi-Currency Account. No fees charged for FX conversions per MCA terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

DBS Vickers provides online equity brokerage services to retail and institutional clients, enabling trading across 7 global stock markets (Singapore, US, Hong Kong, Canada, UK, Australia, Japan) through its web-based trading platform and mTrading mobile app. Services include multi-currency trade settlement via DBS Multi-Currency Account, institutional Direct Market Access through DBSV-iDirect, share financing, systematic investing (Invest-Saver), and a regional equity research product backed by 60+ analysts covering 600+ companies. The firm operates as the brokerage arm of DBS Group Holdings Ltd.

Product overview

DBS Vickers Securities (Singapore) Pte Ltd operates as a digital brokerage platform offering an integrated suite of trading and investment services. The core offering comprises the DBS Vickers Online Trading Platform (web-based) and DBS Vickers mTrading App (mobile), which provide access to 7 global stock markets (Singapore, US, Hong Kong, Canada, UK, Australia, Japan) for trading equities, REITs, and fractional shares. The platform integrates investment analysis tools including the proprietary CLOVERS model, Stock Screener, Stock Comparer, and Advanced Market Data. Account types include the standard Individual Trading Account, Young Investor Account (ages 18-25 with flat commissions), and Cash Upfront Account (preferential rates via linked MCA). Settlement is facilitated through DBS Multi-Currency Account integration. Institutional services include Direct Market Access (DBSV-iDirect) with FIX protocol connectivity to 22 countries. Research is distributed via DBS Group Research platform and third-party channels (Thomson Reuters, Bloomberg, Capital IQ).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DBS Vickers mTrading App: Mobile trading application for iPhone, iPad, and Android phones with enhanced security features including 2FA and SMS one-time PIN. Allows users to monitor portfolios, trade stocks, access investment tools and market data on-the-go.
• DBS Vickers Online Trading Platform
• CLOVERS Model

Products and services

• DBS Vickers Online Trading Platform Web-based online trading platform providing access to 7 global stock markets for equities, REITs, ETFs, unit trusts, and fixed income; includes comprehensive charting, real-time market data, investment analysis tools, and full trading functionality for retail customers.
• DBS Vickers mTrading App Mobile trading application available on iOS, Android, and Huawei devices that enables users to monitor portfolios, manage watchlists, place buy/sell orders, access advanced market data, and use investment analysis tools on the go; includes 2FA and SMS one-time PIN security, with single digibank login shared with DBS Bank.
• DBSV - iDirect (Direct Market Access) Institutional Direct Market Access solution providing high-speed electronic access to major global stock exchanges across 22 countries; supports FIX 4.0, 4.2, and 4.4 protocols and a front-end agnostic architecture for buy-side institutions.
• Execution Related Advice (ERA) Portfolio management service enabling clients to relay trade execution instructions to the DBS Vickers team online or via phone.
• DBS Share Financing Secured financing product that provides increased buying power and simplified trade settlement for eligible investors using the DBS Vickers platform.
• Invest-Saver Systematic investment plan that allows customers to invest from S$100 per month into securities through DBS Vickers.
• DBS Group Research Regional equity research service produced by 60+ analysts in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China, Indonesia, Thailand, and South Korea, covering 600+ listed companies; distributed through Thomson Reuters, Bloomberg, and Capital IQ to institutional clients.
• Insights Direct Subscription-based research service providing access to DBS Group Research publications and market insights for institutional and qualified subscribers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 55% lower online trading commissions with MCA settlement
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SGX (Singapore Exchange)coreTechnology or IntegrationDBS Vickers provides trading access to SGX-listed securities. CDP (Central Depository) account integration for Singapore market settlement. Access to SGX IPOs and new listings.
• SGX AcademyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint webinar on Singapore REITs (e.g., 'How to Spot Hidden Opportunities in Singapore REITs' webinar). External event collaboration.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dbs-vickers-securities

Compliance3 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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