Now that one of the year’s hottest IPOs is successfully away ... Where the research is distributed in Singapore to a person who is not an Accredited Investor, Expert Investor or an Institutional ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC and StanChart shares tumble after reports claim they moved suspicious funds; Hong Kong leads losses in Asia-Pacific
The banks were identified in reports as having allegedly moved large sums of suspicious funds over a period of nearly two decades. ( read original story ...)
MAS ‘closely studying’ reports on ‘FinCEN’ leak that mentioned Singapore banks in suspicious transactions
SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said on Monday (Sep 21) it is “closely studying” media reports mentioning Singapore banks in ... ( read original story ...)
Petronas looks to acquire minority stake in Tata Power Renewable Energy
Around half a dozen firms including APG Asset Management NV, Actis Llp, OMERS, CPPIB and CDPQ had evinced interest in acquiring stake in Tata Power’ renewable energy InvIT ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s DBS bulks up digital banking with AI and big data
SINGAPORE -- Southeast Asia's largest lender DBS Bank is betting on artificial intelligence and big data to shore up its digital offerings, as new rivals are set to enter its home turf in ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand to Be Southeast Asia’s IPO Star This Year
Thailand is shaping up to be the biggest Southeast Asian initial public offering market this year, with the country’s biggest packaging company kicking off a $1.27 billion offering on Monday. ( read original story ...)
CAMS IPO opens for subscription. Here’s what you need to know
The Chennai-based CAMS acts as a registrar and transfer agent (RTA) for mutual funds and provided technology-driven financial infrastructure and services provider to mutual funds and other financial ... ( read original story ...)
Common misconceptions about making a living in Singapore debunked
We seeked out the help of some Filipino expatriates in Singapore--who have made the city state their second home--to debunk some misconceptions about making a living there. ( read original story ...)
HSBC and StanChart shares tumble after reports show they moved suspicious funds; Hong Kong leads losses in Asia-Pacific
The banks were identified in reports as having allegedly moved large sums of suspicious funds over a period of nearly two decades. ( read original story ...)
DBS taps AI and data analytics in intelligent banking move
Singapore’s DBS Bank has started tapping AI and analytics to provide customers with hyper-personalised insights and recommendations to win more market share ... ( read original story ...)
NUS researchers develop smart suit for athletes powered by a mobile phone
Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a wireless smart suit for athletes that is powered by ... ( read original story ...)
Consolidation is the major focus after merger with Aviva Singapore: Singlife CEO
Singlife's merge with Aviva Singapore forms the largest life insurance provider in the country, says CEO Walter De Oude. While further regional expansion is not off the agenda, in his eyes, ... ( read original story ...)
AIA Singapore creates up to 500 new career opportunities for fresh graduates and mid-career switchers impacted by COVID-19
AIA Financial Career Scheme 2020 will provide eligible candidates with comprehensive financial services training as well as vital financial support whilst undertaking the programme SINGAPORE - Media O ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s house price rises continue, despite falling demand
Singapore’s economy shrank by a huge 13.2% year-on-year in Q2 2020, following a 0.3% contraction in Q1. It was the biggest fall on record as the coronavirus crisis took a huge toll on the economy. ( read original story ...)
Hungry Ghosts and COVID-19 Not Scaring Away Singapore Home Buyers
Last month, Singaporeans snapped up property at a rate not seen in two years in spite of the Chinese "hungry ghost" seventh month and the economic downturn triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s exports rise 7.7% in August, higher than forecasts
SINGAPORE: Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) rose 7.7 per cent from a year earlier, beating forecasts, official data showed on Thursday ... ( read original story ...)