On 9 April 2025, the United States announced a 10% blanket tariff on imports from countries — including Singapore — that haven’t retaliated against earlier US trade actions. There's also a 90-day ... ( read original story ...)
GE2025: Singapore can ‘return to the road to democracy’ started in 2011: SDP’s Paul Tambyah
SINGAPORE] Many Singaporeans say there is no point in voting, but the 2011 general election proves them wrong, said Singapore Democratic Party chairman Paul Tambyah on Thursday (Apr 24) in the party’s ...
DBS, OCBC and UOB’s recent rally a remarkable recovery, but are the risks fully priced in?
SINGAPORE] Shares of DBS, OCBC and UOB have rebounded since the announcement of US President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs on Apr 2 sent shockwaves through the markets and triggered a massive sell ...
Singapore stocks end flat on Thursday; markets across Asia end mixed
SINGAPORE] Local stocks ended Thursday (Apr 24) muted, following a mixed performance in other Asian markets after China signalled its openness to trade talks and US President Donald Trump suggested ...
What’s at stake as Singapore goes to the polls
That, he says, is an outcome that Singapore can now ill afford. The former British colony’s extraordinary transformation into a rich business hub has depended on globalisation and free trade. That era ...
Considering Permanent Residency In Singapore? What Entrepreneurs And Investors Need To Know
Singapore remains a powerhouse of opportunity, but it’s essential to walk in with open eyes and a well-calibrated strategy.
Singapore Mobile Phones
Researchers in Singapore have come up with a solution to ... accepting pre-reservations for the upcoming phone in Nigeria via mobile carrier MTN. Additionally, an alleged hands-on video of the ...
Singapore built an AI-ready economy, now businesses must deliver
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping economies and industries, with Singapore among the leading nations. Based on "The AI Maturity Matrix", developed by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Singapore ...
Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng allowed to leave Singapore for over two weeks with additional S$800,000 bail
The 79-year-old was previously granted permission in October 2024 to leave Singapore for over a week for work and medical-related purposes. ( read original story ...)
Court grants property tycoon Ong Beng Seng’s application to travel to the US, Britain and Italy
SINGAPORE: A district court has granted property tycoon Ong Beng Seng's application to leave Singapore from April 28 to May 16 to travel to the United States, Britain and Italy. ( read original story ...)
Citigroup Hires Ex-Goldman Senior Banker Chris Chan in Singapore
Chris Chan, a managing director and board member at Goldman Sachs Group Inc. in Singapore, has left to join Citigroup Inc. as head of markets solutions for financial institutions in north and south ...
Standard Chartered’s take on trade, tariffs, and tactics
Investor sentiment has taken a battering. Despite this, Standard Chartered believes the setup is ripe for a near-term equity rebound.
Hong Kong ranks as second-most crypto-friendly city, ahead of Singapore, Abu Dhabi: report
The city is just behind Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia, in an evaluation based on factors such as regulation, taxes and wealth.
Singapore stocks end flat on April 24; markets across Asia end mixed
The trio of local banks end trading day in the red, after rising 8.2% on average in the last 2 weeks Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
IPOs flatline in Q1 amidst global investor caution: report
Singapore’s primary market remained dormant this quarter, despite its reputation as a financial hub. Singapore recorded zero initial public offerings (IPOs) in the first quarter of 2025, according to ...
Singapore’s 10th richest billionaire Kwek Leng Beng’s CDL shareholder meeting descends into ‘disaster’ amid boardroom feud
A months-long boardroom dispute at Singapore-based property giant City Developments Ltd. (CDL) of billionaire Kwek Leng Beng, which was believed to be resolved, overshadowed the company’s annual ... ( read original story ...)