SINGAPORE - Gaming tech firm Razer is seeking to raise up to US$545 million (S$743 million) through an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong that could value the company at up to US$4.55 billion. Razer, which is on a roadshow until Nov 6, has ... ( read original story ...)
Prince Charles and Camilla kick off Asia tour in Singapore
SINGAPORE -- Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, were welcomed to Singapore on Tuesday, the first stop of an 11-day trip to strengthen ties between Britain and Asian countries. They received a ceremonial welcome on their arrival to the Southeast Asian ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s pessimistic electronics makers point to slowdown
SINGAPORE (Nikkei Markets) -- Electronics manufacturers in Singapore have turned bearish about prospects in the next few months, indicating the industry's rapid expansion is coming to an end after several quarters of stellar growth. Nevertheless, overall ... ( read original story ...)
Razer to IPO in Hong Kong on Nov 13; gaming tech firm could be valued at up to US$4.55b
SINGAPORE - Gaming tech firm Razer is seeking to raise up to US$545 million (S$743 million) through an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong that could value the company at up to US$4.55 billion. Razer, which is on a roadshow until Nov 6, has ... ( read original story ...)
DBS to re-skill 1,500 bank staff in its own professional conversion programme
SINGAPORE - In a move to help employees sharpen their competitiveness and deepen their skillset, DBS Bank will proactively re-skill 1,500 employees over the next 18 months under a scheme known as Professional Conversion Programme (DBS PCP). Extolling this ... ( read original story ...)
UOB Malaysia launches mobile banking app
has launched UOB Mighty, a mobile banking app that enables customers to turn their smartphones into electronic wallets and enjoy great dining deals in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand. In a statement today, UOB Malaysia said the app allowed customers to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore opens new, high-tech airport terminal
Singapore's Changi Airport opened a cutting-edge terminal Tuesday with a fully automated check-in system including facial scanning and computerised baggage drop points, but some passengers struggled with the new technology. Terminal 4, built at a cost of ... ( read original story ...)
ETMarkets Morning Podcast: What will sway your market today
Asian stocks opened sluggish this morning and Nifty futures on the Singapore Stock Exchange were trading mildly down to give a tepid setup for Dalal Street this morning. That's where we start the day, ladies and gentlemen. This is Saloni Goel, your market ... ( read original story ...)
Why a car is an extravagance in Singapore
Singapore (CNN)There is no such thing as an old clunker in Singapore. Here, a car is more than just a tool—it's an expensive treasure to be cherished. This status symbol is now set to become an even more extravagant commodity as the government shifts its ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore python tries to eat ‘petrified’ pet parrot
A pet parrot in Singapore has been rescued from the jaws of death, after its owners discovered a huge python coiled around their bird's cage. The 1.5m long (5ft) snake was found on Monday in Melvin Yap's home. Mr Yap extricated the python with a stick ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore September bank lending up 1 pct
SINGAPORE, Oct 31 (Reuters) - Singapore’s total bank lending in September rose 1 percent from August on the back of higher disbursements to financial institutions, central bank data showed on Tuesday. Loans and advances by domestic banking units in the ... ( read original story ...)
Bank lending climbs for 12th straight month in September as growth picks up to 6.2%
SINGAPORE - Bank loans rose year on year for the 12th straight month in September with the pace of growth picking up on a jump in business lending. Total lending last month rose to S$640.68 billion, up 6.2 per cent compared with S$603.43 billion in ... ( read original story ...)
DBS to re-skill 1,500 employees under professional conversion programme
... to re-skill 1,500 employees in the next 18 months under the bank’s professional conversion programme (DBS PCP), the first for a bank in Singapore. DBS has mapped out eight job roles to help employees in these roles obtain the necessary knowledge and ... ( read original story ...)
DBS : to proactively re-skill 1,500 employees to equip them with new skills and competencies to be future-ready
These employees will be re-skilled under the bank's proactive Professional Conversion Programme (DBS PCP). In a first for a Singapore bank, DBS has proactively mapped out eight job roles to help employees in these roles obtain the necessary knowledge and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Chan Says Finding New Leaders Is Next Challenge
Chan Chun Sing, touted by the Singapore media as one of several front-runners to be the fourth prime minister, said the country’s bigger task ahead is to attract "committed people" to take over from his batch of leaders as the city-state prospers. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines’ launch of new A380 first, business class
Receive 75,000 bonus Qantas Points when you spend $2,500 on eligible purchases In the first 3 months. Plus, earn 75 Qantas Status Credits if you buy a new return flight & travel before February 28, 2018. Save $425 with no annual fee for the first year. ( read original story ...)