(London, April 15, 2026) – The Singaporean government should immediately halt the execution of Omar bin Yacob Bamadhaj, scheduled for April 16, 2026, for trafficking cannabis, Human Rights Watch, ...
Singapore has experience to explore more underground spaces for fuel reserves: Tan See Leng
SINGAPORE] The Jurong Rock Caverns facility has been in operation for more than a decade, and Singapore now has the experience to explore more underground spaces as options to boost its fuel ...
Singapore is no ‘crypto hub’ — but it is serious about stablecoins: StraitX CEO
Before the summer of 2025, Singapore was a key base for cryptocurrency companies engaging in regulatory arbitrage. While the city-state barred unlicensed companies from serving local users, many ...
Kin Global aims to raise $10.1 mil from IPO to fund acquisitions
Sports event organiser Kin Global has launched its IPO, seeking to raise gross proceeds of $10.1 million and net proceeds of $7.4 million so as to fund acquisitions down the road. "With Singapore ...
Singapore IPO proceeds jump to US$967m in Q1 despite global slowdown, says EY report
Singapore’s initial public offering (IPO) market raised US$967.1 million (RM3.82 billion) in the first quarter of 2026 despite a global slowdown, ...
Singapore’s Central Bank Tightens Policy As Inflation Risks Rise
The Monetary Authority of Singapore delivered a measured tightening of its policy stance, raising the slope of the S$NEER band, while keeping its width and midpoint unchanged.
Singapore Q1 preliminary GDP up 4.6% on year, misses 5.9% forecast
SINGAPORE -- Singapore's economy grew 4.6% in the January-March quarter from a year earlier, preliminary data showed Tuesday, slowing from a 5.7% expansion the previous quarter. The city-state has ...
AI investment boom leaves some Singapore family offices on sidelines
Many want to prioritise the technology, but lack the access and know-how to turn interest into results. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Mida Singapore sees growing investment interest in Johor
SINGAPORE: Johor continues to see a good traction of investment coming from Singapore, providing a seamless journey for investors looking to expand their businesses in the southern state, said the ...
OCBC sees upside in SGX small and mid-caps on Singapore growth tailwinds despite Middle East tensions
Improvement in average daily turnover across SMID stocks most pronounced after announcement of EQDP asset managers Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore deploys tech to help fish farmers predict harmful algae blooms, protect supply
Algae blooms can rapidly deplete oxygen levels in the water or release toxins, creating dangerous conditions that can lead to large-scale fish deaths within a short period.
Singapore Q1 GDP up 4.6% Y/y, Preliminary Data Shows, Below Expectations
SINGAPORE, April 14 (Reuters) - Singapore's economy grew by 4.6% in the first quarter from a year earlier, preliminary government data showed on Tuesday. Economists polled by Reuters had ...
Singapore central bank tightens policy as it braces for slower growth, higher prices
Singapore’s central bank tightened monetary policy settings for the first time in over three years as it braces for the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East.
DBS appoints Kelvin Wong to spearhead sustainability
Wong is currently managing director and head of energy, renewables and infrastructure in DBS's institutional banking group and has served in the Energy Market Authority of Singapore.
Singapore tightens monetary policy as Iran war fuels inflation risks
By Xinghui Kok and Jun Yuan Yong SINGAPORE, April 14 (Reuters) - Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings on Tuesday, flagging the risk that an Iran war-fuelled energy shock ...
Singapore economy grew 4.6% in first quarter of 2026, below forecast with Iran war set to hit growth
Singapore's economy grew 4.6% in Q1 2026, missing forecasts, with the Iran war set to dampen future growth. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.