Singapore will likely tighten monetary policy next month and consider further moves later in the year as the Middle East crisis drives up prices in the trade-reliant city-state, according to ...
Former OCBC CEO Helen Wong’s FY2025 pay dips 6.3% to S$12 million in final year at bank
[SINGAPORE] The former OCBC chief executive Helen Wong, who retired at the end of last year, saw her total remuneration dip to S$12 million for the 2025 financial year. This was down 6.3 per cent from ...
Singapore inflation outlook for 2026 to be reassessed as energy prices soar from Iran war
Core inflation rose to 1.4 per cent in February – before the war – the highest since December 2024. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
‘Deeply ingrained’: How a culture of inclusion helps Standard Chartered balance the scales for women in the workplace
The bank has put in place structures to empower female employees while also supporting the wider community Read more at The Business Times.
China welcomes investment from Singapore’s Temasek, Vice Premier He says
BEIJING, March 23 (Reuters) - China welcomes investment from Singapore state investor Temasek and from other countries to "share in the opportunities" that China's economic development presents, state ...
Asia faces crisis from Mideast disruption, Singapore foreign minister warns
By Mark Bendeich, Xinghui Kok and Josh Smith SINGAPORE, March 23 (Reuters) - The war against Iran threatens to send Asian economies into crisis, Singapore’s foreign minister said on Monday, a stark ...
ASEAN countries exposed by Middle East oil dependence
ASEAN countries are vulnerable to supply chain disruptions due to their heavy dependence on crude oil imports from the Middle East.
Singapore Bonds Ride Out Crude Oil Surge as Other Havens Falter
Singapore’s bonds have beaten all their developed-market peers this year as the war in Iran has bolstered haven demand, and fund managers say they are still one of the safest places to be.
Singapore charges retailer over illegal e-scooter modification
The charges reflect tighter oversight of the e-scooter market, where illegal battery modifications have been linked to fire risks.
Australia turns to Singapore for oil and gas as Middle East war chokes Strait of Hormuz
Australia and Singapore agreed on Monday to cooperate in ensuring smooth supply chains of oil, LNG and diesel as the two import-reliant nations weather a global energy squeeze caused by the Mideast ...
Why glide paths could shape the next phase of retirement investing in Singapore
Such strategies offer a framework that evolves over time, but remains aligned with investors’ long-term needs Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s Family-Run Firms Lack Pay Transparency, Study Shows
Singapore-listed companies are replete with executive directors that are either substantial shareholders or related to them, and firms aren’t disclosing enough about how pay is decided.
Singapore core inflation at 1.4% y/y in February, slightly higher than expected
SINGAPORE, March 23 (Reuters) - Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.4% in February from a year earlier, official data showed on Monday. The core inflation rate, which excludes private road ...
Singapore, Australia to accelerate negotiations on trade in essential supplies amid energy supply disruptions
Singapore and Australia will accelerate negotiations for an Arrangement on Trade and Essential Supplies under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on economic resilience.This was inked when the two ...
Work from home and less travel urged to save fuel; DBS & POSB staff foil $230k investment scam targeting senior: Singapore live news
IEA urges oil cuts as prices surge, nations curb use amid tensions. DBS & POSB staff stops scam, protecting elderly woman from losing $230,000.
Singapore-headquartered ONUS crypto exchange crashes
Millions of investors are currently unable to access the ONUS cryptocurrency exchange application, sparking deep concern over the safety of their money.