SINGAPORE: Singapore’s economy posted surprisingly strong ... head of research and strategy for OCBC Bank. “The assumption is that global demand should be stabilising but the biggest unknown, of course, is what happens after Trump takes office with ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, a Heavy Exporter at a Low Multiple
Watch the video with Andrew Stotz or read a summary of the country profile on Singapore. Overall, growth in Singapore has remained slow. Unlike most of its peers in Asia, who are often led by private consumption, the Singapore economy is driven by net ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore may face legal action over sand importation
SINGAPORE: Environmental NGO Mother Nature has hired a Singaporean ... or in relation to the government importing Cambodian sand which is tainted by issues of corruption, smuggling, tax-evasion, etc.,” Mother Nature founder Alex Gonzalez-Davidson said ... ( read original story ...)
4 Things Businesses Should Consider When Expanding Overseas
This story is sponsored by Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited (“SCBSL”). 2016 has seen a very strong push from the Government for Singapore Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to move towards more productive business processes, as well as to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore fans want F1 race to continue: survey
LONDON Formula One fans in Singapore are keen for the race to remain there, despite negotiations between organizers and F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone seemingly stalled, according to a survey conducted by British research firm YouGov. The contract for the ... ( read original story ...)
These 3 REITs Have Beaten the Market Over the Last 12 Months
Real estate investment trusts in Singapore’s stock market are not given much love by investors at the moment, judging by how many of them are actually near a 52-week low. According to data from SGX Stock Facts, there are 19 REITs currently trading at a ... ( read original story ...)
The 6 Biggest Stock Market Blue Chip Winners In 2016: No.4 to No.6
Singapore’s stock market barometer, the Straits Times Index (SGX: ^STI), closed 2015 at 2,883 points. A year later, the index ended 2016 marginally lower at 2,881 points. Although the index had a flat year, the same can’t be said for many of its 30 ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Market Likely To Remain Rangebound
(RTTNews.com) - Ahead of Monday's holiday for the new year, the Singapore stock market had finished lower in two straight sessions - giving away almost 20 points or 0.8 percent in that span. The Straits Times Index now rests just above the 2,880-point ... ( read original story ...)
Additional Upside Seen For Singapore Shares
(RTTNews.com) - The Singapore stock market on Tuesday wrote a finish to the two-day slide in which it had fallen almost 20 points or 0.8 percent. The Straits Times Index now rests just beneath the 2,900-point plateau, and the market may add to its winnings ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore market outlook 2017: it could be better, but not all doom and gloom
A stronger USD is also beneficial for exporting countries such as Japan and Singapore. Source ... experienced a spike in 10-year treasury yields alongside a strong stock market performance. Fourthly, valuation of the local index remains attractive. ( read original story ...)
Asia stock markets see subdued start to 2017
Singapore: Asian stocks began 2017 on a flat note on Tuesday ... China was the worst performing major Asian stock market in 2016, posting a 11.3 per cent loss in its worst year in five. ( read original story ...)
London stock market kicks off 2017 with record high
LONDON: European and Asian stock markets mostly rose Tuesday (Jan 3), with London ... which broke to a new record high at the open," said Joshua Mahony, market analyst at IG trading group. The FTSE remained in positive territory approaching midday as ... ( read original story ...)
UK stock market hits record as manufacturers win business
LONDON (AP) -- Britain's main stock index struck a record high Tuesday as a survey ... has undoubtedly been a key driver of the recent turnaround, while the domestic market has remained a strong contributor to new business wins," said Rob Dobson, Senior ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to Deliver New Growth Map With Economy Under Strain
Economy expanded least since 2009 last year as exports slumped Working population is set to decrease in coming years Singapore is due to deliver a blueprint outlining strategies to boost the economy as the export-dependent nation seeks new growth engines. ( read original story ...)
Inside DBS's plan to raise future generations of financially literate Singaporeans
If you ask DBS, the answer would be: as early as possible. Teaching children personal money management is a challenge that the bank has been meeting for decades. If you were born in Singapore in the 70s, you’re probably familiar with collecting stamps ... ( read original story ...)
ST Engineering's Electronics Arm Streamlines its Entities
Singapore, 5 January 2017 – Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd (ST Engineering) today announced that its electronics arm, Singapore Technologies Electronics Limited (ST Electronics) has streamlined its entities through a short-form amalgamation under ... ( read original story ...)