Singapore has emerged as a top contender as a global hub for cryptocurrencies, vying for the title of "crypto capital of the world” with other major jurisdictions. The city-state’s proactive ...
Singapore’s Perromart’s assets acquired by Malaysia pet food retailer Petico
SINGAPORE — Petico has acquired the assets of Perromart, Singapore's defunct pet food retailer, the Malaysian company announced on Monday (28 August). Petico said that the acquisition is part of its ...
BYD set to acquire Jabil’s mobile electronics manufacturing business in Multi-Billion dollar deal
BYD's electronics unit is set to acquire the mobile electronics manufacturing business of U.S.-based company Jabil Inc ...
Singapore shares rise at Tuesday’s open after global market rally; STI up 0.4%
SINGAPORE stocks were pulled into positive territory on Tuesday (Aug 29) after global markets finished higher overnight. Read more at The Business Times.
How flexible are workplaces in Singapore? Employers and employees differ in view
Some 83% of employers think their workplaces offer flexible arrangements, while only 61% of employees feel so. Read more at straitstimes.com.
UOB visits, apologises to woman who kept getting debt collector’s letters after debtor moved out
The United Overseas Bank (UOB) paid a surprise visit and apologised to the woman who kept getting debt collector's letters sent to her address on the bank's behalf even though the debtor had moved out ...
Top interest rates in Singapore for Aug 2023 from SCB, DBS, UOB, OCBC
SINGAPORE: Discover the top four banks of S’pore with the highest interest rates to get the most out of your hard-earned cash. As interest rates skyrocket due to inflation, it brings out the negatives ...
Most Singapore workers returning to office, HR reskilling urged
SINGAPORE: Most workers in Singapore have begun trudging back to their workplaces, but there remains a gap between how many remote days employees expect and bosses are willing to offer.
Singapore presidential election 2023: candidates air their views on TV forum
The three candidates taking part in the Singapore presidential election participated in a TV forum, discussing how they intend to play the role if elected.
Singapore presidential election: Analysts say Opposition backing, ‘3-in-1 presidents’ claim cast doubt over Tan Kin Lian’s independence
Presidential candidate Tan Kin Lian’s assertion that he is an “independent candidate” is being called into question after he was backed by ...
China says will conduct joint military training with Singapore in coming weeks
BEIJING — China will conduct joint military training with Singapore from end-August to mid-September based on their annual plans, the Chinese defence ministry said in a statement on Monday (Aug 28).
Watch live: Singapore presidential candidates take questions in televised forum
The presidential forum, featuring candidates Ng Kok Song, Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Tan Kin Lian, will be broadcast live on CNA at 9pm on Monday (Aug 28).
UPDATE 1-Sinopec says not interested in acquiring Shell’s Singapore refinery, petchem plant
By Alison Lui HONG KONG, Aug 28 (Reuters) - China's Sinopec Corp is not interested in acquiring Shell's refinery or petrochemical plant in Singapore, Sinopec President Yu Baocai said on Monday. The ...
More digital, more personal: Consumers seek personalised approach to how they spend, save and invest
Recent study found that more consumers are open to sharing financial data with banks in exchange for personalised offers and services. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore exploring ‘new tools’ to ‘manage significant investments into critical entities’: Gan Kim Yong
Singapore is facing “significant challenges” in the global economy and there is a need to strengthen the country’s position as “a trusted hub for businesses to invest with confidence”, says Trade and ...
Singtel and Genting Singapore: Two SGX Dividend Stocks to Watch
SGX-listed companies Singapore Telecommunications Ltd., or Singtel (SG:Z74), and Genting Singapore Ltd. (SG:G13) are popular dividend stocks among ...