Ultra-high-net-worth individuals actively utilize the so-called ‘Barbell Strategy.’ They secure stable returns on one side while pursuing long-term growth on the other,” said a family office operator ...
Singapore doesn’t have to be a regional leader in sustainability reporting, says Ravi Menon
[SINGAPORE] It’s not necessary for Singapore to be a leader in Asean when it comes to sustainability reporting, as the region shares a common objective of addressing the climate crisis, said Ravi ...
After 16-month shutdown, Singapore Court-backed restructuring, WazirX to restart ops on Oct 24 with 0% fees
Following a 16-month closure due to a massive cyberattack, WazirX is set to resume operations on October 24, 2025. The relaunch, supported by a Singapore Court-backed restructuring, includes 0% ...
Singapore jails ex-Citi banker over role in US$2.3 billion money laundering scandal
A former wealth banker at Citigroup got the longest sentence in Singapore’s biggest money laundering case for his role in aiding the movement of illicit funds and obstructing justice. Wang Qiming, a ...
Singapore core inflation edges up to 0.4% in September, above forecasts
Overall inflation rose to 0.7 per cent, from 0.5 per cent in August. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Linda Ng appointed Head of Property & Multi-Lines for Sompo Insurance Singapore
Sompo Asia Pacific has announced the appointment of Linda Ng as Head of Property & Multi-Lines, Sompo Insurance Singapore, effective immediately. ( read original story ...)
Former Citi banker jailed over role in Singapore money-laundering scandal
A former Citibank relationship manager pleaded guilty and was sentenced to two years in jail on Thursday in connection with helping a Chinese gang launder money into Singapore in one of the city-state ...
Former Citi banker gets longest sentence in S$3 billion money laundering scandal
Former Julius Baer Group Ltd. banker Liu Kai is scheduled to plead guilty on Friday Read more at The Business Times.
Former Citi and Julius Baer bankers to plead guilty in Singapore scandal
Liu was 35 when he was accused last year of helping one of the money launderers submit a forged Chinese tax document in 2020.
Ex-Citi banker gets longest sentence in Singapore launder case
A former wealth banker at Citigroup Inc. got the longest sentence in Singapore’s biggest money laundering case for his role in aiding the movement of illicit funds and obstructing justice.
UOB rethinks what it means to support artists
The bank’s latest initiative turns its lucrative art prizes into long-term opportunity Read more at The Business Times.
Gold fever: These charts show the rush for the precious metal in Singapore
Even with the recent pullback, prices are still up by 8 per cent over the past month Read more at The Business Times.
Josephine Teo Says Singapore Will Act Early to Govern Agentic AI, Quantum Tech
Josephine Teo says Singapore will act early to govern agentic AI and quantum tech, launching consultations on security and readiness.
More Singapore parents heading to Johor for postnatal confinement services; doctors note travel risks
The relatively lower cost of the confinement packages in Johor is a major pull factor, several mothers tell CNA.
Former Citi and Baer bankers to plead guilty in Singapore scandal
Liu was 35 when he was accused last year of helping one of the money launderers submit a forged Chinese tax document in 2020.
UOB vs OCBC: Which Bank Offers the Better Blend of Growth and Dividends?
With interest rates easing, the real question is how OCBC or UOB will adapt. The post UOB vs OCBC: Which Bank Offers the Better Blend of Growth and Dividends? appeared first on The Smart Investor.