Sea Ltd Surpasses DBS as Southeast Asia's Top-Valued Company $660M Trading Volume Ranks 133rd

Sea Ltd. (SE) rose 1.82% on Aug. 28, with a trading volume of $660 million—up 38.16% from the prior day—ranking 133rd in market activity. The stock’s market capitalization surpassed DBS Group Holdings, making it Southeast Asia’s most valuable company at $111.1 billion as of Aug. 27. This follows a 300% surge in its share price over the past year, driven by Shopee’s dominance in e-commerce and expanding digital finance and logistics operations.

Sea’s valuation gains reflect investor confidence in its long-term growth prospects. Shopee’s position as the region’s leading e-commerce platform has outpaced rivals, while digital financial services and logistics infrastructure are seen as critical drivers. Analysts note that Sea’s ability to capitalize on Southeast Asia’s digital transformation—despite DBS’s established banking presence—highlights a shift in market priorities toward tech-led innovation and geographic diversification.

The move underscores broader trends in investor sentiment, prioritizing high-growth tech narratives over traditional financial sectors. Sea’s market cap milestone signals a reevaluation of Southeast Asia’s economic landscape, where digital ecosystems increasingly outperform legacy institutions. However, the stock’s performance remains tied to its ability to sustain expansion in competitive markets and manage operational costs amid evolving regulatory environments.

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