SINGAPORE: Private property owners who sell their homes within four years of the purchase will incur a seller’s stamp duty (SSD) and pay a higher rate, the Ministry of National Development (MND) ... ( read original story ...)
Seller’s stamp duty rate for private properties raised
The longer holding period and higher rates kick in on July 4. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Beware of scammers requesting transfer of crypto assets for security, investigation: Police
There have been at least 31 such cases reported since May. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s energy vulnerability paradox: How board directors must navigate hidden energy risks
While Singapore appears resilient to energy shocks, with academic research showing GDP actually increases by 0.96% when oil prices rise, this surface-level stability masks structural vulnerabilities.
Thakral’s associate GemLife debuts on Australian Stock Exchange 4.1% higher at A$4.33
The lifestyle and resorts company’s trading volume for its first day came in at 9.12 million, with a market capitalization of A$1.65 billion.
1 in 4 appeals to waive 15-month wait-out period for private home owners approved since Sept 2022
From Sept 30, 2022, to March 31, 2025, HDB processed 5,500 appeals, of which 25% were successful. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
PwC Singapore appoints 11 new partners across key practices
The new partners worked in areas such as financial due diligence, international tax, enterprise transformation, and assurance services. PwC Singapore has appointed 11 new partners across its Assurance ...
Bitstamp’s Southeast Asia expansion on track with Singapore payment license issuance
Bitstamp gained a Major Payment Institution, gaining a better foothold in Singapore, one of the leading financial hubs in Southeast Asia.
Two business leaders in advanced manufacturing awarded Public Service Star
Mr Tsutomu Tannowa and Dr Roland Busch were recognised for their contributions to Singapore's economy. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP Announces the Third Annual ORY APAC-US Conference on July 8-9, 2025 at Capella Singapore
Calendar of Events, Class Action, Company Announcement, Equity Market Information, GlobeNewswire, Press releases, Professional Business Support Services, Trade Show | Singapore, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE N ...
Johor-Singapore SEZ expected to boost cross-border investment
The country accounted for almost two-thirds of the region’s total inflows. New initiatives such as the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) are expected to support further cross-border ...
Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone could get power-up with Indonesia’s Bintan, Batam, Karimun
SINGAPORE] The age-old vision of the Sijori growth triangle comprising Singapore, Johor, and the Riau Islands of Indonesia that was first proposed some three decades ago may be getting a jumpstart.
Judge rejects woman’s claim of owning 99% of Bukit Timah condo she and her ex bought together
SINGAPORE: A judge turned down a claim from a woman who said she owned 99% of a condominium in Bukit Timah worth S$1.8 million that she and her then-boyfriend purchased together in March 2020. ( read original story ...)
OCBC banking app to roll out text size options to improve accessibility for seniors
SINGAPORE] Users of OCBC’s banking app will be able to choose larger text sizes from end-July, as part of the bank’s push to make digital banking more accessible for seniors with sight challenges or ...
OCBC to roll out smart text resizing in its app in English, Mandarin to help seniors
Users can choose from seven text sizes, which include larger options that are easier to read. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
UOB spurs ASEAN cross-border connections with signing of MoUs
UOB has signed five MoUs with government agencies and leading industry players in ASEAN and Greater China to bolster regional economic integration and FDI.