Singapore transformed from a nation struggling with illiteracy, pollution, and poverty to a global leader in finance, shipping, and biodiversity ...
HSBC appoints Annie Lim as global private banking (GPB) desk head for Singapore
HSBC today announced the appointment of Annie Lim as global private banking (GPB) desk head for Singapore, effective Dec 2, 2024. As part of HSBC’s strategy to significantly grow its GPB business in ...
OCBC keeps ‘hold’ on Bumitama Agri but with a higher fair value of 91.5 cents
For Lim, Bumitama Agri is increasingly being seen by the market as a dividend yield play, with Refinitiv consensus expecting it to offer a 12-month forward dividend yield of 6.4%. Lim has raised her ...
Sembcorp Partners for Singapore’s First Renewable Energy Import
Sembcorp Industries (SG:U96) has released an update. Sembcorp Industries has signed a groundbreaking two-year agreement with Tenaga Nasional ...
Survey reveals Singapore SMEs hesitant to pay more for sustainable shipping
The survey highlights the reluctance to invest in eco-friendly logistics despite growing concerns about climate change ...
Singapore’s medical inflation to stay at 12% in 2025, same as 2024—survey
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s medical inflation is expected to stay at 12% in 2025, the same as in 2024, according to a new report by WTW, a global advisory, broking and solutions company. While the city-state’s medical inflation may be slightly cooling, it is projected to remain high for the long term, as reported by Asian Insurance ...
Flipkart to shift base from Singapore to India as it prepares to public, IPO in next 12-15 months
In a strategic move to align with local regulations and prepare for a listing on India’s stock exchange, Flipkart will be shifting its base from Singapore to India ...
With IPO On The Horizon, Flipkart Gets Internal Nod To Move Base To India: Report
Flipkart has reportedly received internal approvals to shift its domicile from Singapore to India as the ecommerce major is gearing up to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in the next 12-15 ...
Tampines flat fire in Singapore forces evacuations of 50
A fire at a Housing Board flat in Tampines on the morning of December 9 prompted the evacuation of about 50 people from their homes. The Singapore ...
Singapore Dollar Steady; Potential Safe-Haven Demand for Greenback May Weigh
Singapore dollar was trading steadily in the Asian session but may be weighed by potential safe-haven demand for the U.S. dollar.
RHB Singapore evolves with its customers’ needs with app enhancement on cross-border banking
By providing the best value in cross-border transfers, we enable our customers to not only send money home, but to also preserve and share the authentic Malaysian experience with their loved ones.” ...
UOB Kay Hian keeps ‘hold’ call on Kimly but with lower target price in anticipation of higher costs
Mo and Cheong continue to rate Kimly "hold" given its strong cash-generative ability that can support its dividend policy of paying out no less than 50% of its earnings. They note ...
Singapore stocks fell as trading began on Monday—STI slipped 0.1%
In the broader market, 53 stocks declined while 52 advanced, with 19.5 million securities valued at S$34.6 million traded ...
Singapore’s resident employment rebounds in Q3, with year-end festivities set to boost labour demand
RESIDENT employment in Singapore rose by 4,000 in Q3 ... MOM expects the labour market to remain tight, supported by economic growth and strong business sentiment. Wage and employment growth are ...
Chinese fine dining finds its next course in Singapore
The city-state’s high spending power and big Chinese commune make it an ideal entry point. Singapore, which is home to a vibrant Chinese community and has a strong appeal to expatriates, has emerged ...
Boutique bank Raine to shut HK base, offers staff Singapore move
Move comes amid pickup in activity in Singapore, its biggest office in Asia, sources say. Read more at straitstimes.com.