Singapore and Thailand have moved to block the prediction markets platform Polymarket , adding to the regulatory hurdles facing the venue that surged in popularity during the US election.
German chemical company sets up Singapore hub, partners PSA as part of 40 million euro regional push
GERMAN speciality chemical company Munzing Group opened its new regional head office in Singapore on Wednesday (Jan 15), as part of a 40 million euro (S$56.4 million) push into the Asia-Pacific region ...
Only one in four Asia’s biggest companies consider nature material to business: study
Most of the region's largest firms do not measure their impact on nature – and focus only on climate in their sustainability reports, a study by National University of Singapore Business School finds.
Singapore shares decline at Wednesday’s close; STI retreats 0.4%
Singapore shares closed lower on Wednesday (Jan 15), as investors worldwide await key inflation data in the US that will set interest rate expectations. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore maritime breaks new records for arriving traffic, box throughput, fuel sales
SINGAPORE posted new highs for annual vessel arrival tonnage, container throughput, total bunker sales, sales of alternative bunker fuels, and total tonnage of ships under the country’s flag in 2024.
Singapore inflation expected to continue easing in 2025
Inflation is expected to continue easing this year, after dropping consistently last year. Both core and headline inflation are expected to come in between 1.5 per cent and 2.5 per cent in 2025.
Why The Cost Of Living In Singapore Is So High
While Singapore is small and has no natural resources, Singaporeans are relatively rich and have grown accustomed to a high quality of life.
Crypto bank Sygnum achieves unicorn status with new funding round that gives it a valuation of $1 billion
Sygnum, a crypto bank based in Switzerland and Singapore, has raised $58 million, giving the privately-held company a valuation of $1 billion. The round was led by Bitcoin-focused investment firm ...
Singapore could end up as ‘collateral damage’ under Trump 2.0 tariffs: Chan Heng Chee
Unpredictable nature of Donald Trump will make 2025 a volatile year, say two Singapore veteran diplomats. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore shares bleed red ink; STI falls 0.1%
SINGAPORE - Shares in Singapore were in the red on Jan 14, amid a mixed regional showing. The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) declined 0.1 per cent or 2.93 points to 3,788.77. The STI was led by ...
Iron Ore Advances After Record China Imports Boost Demand Hopes
Iron ore surged back above the $100-a-ton threshold after data showed China’s annual imports of the steel-making ingredient reached a record and its trade surplus soared. Most Read from BloombergThese ...
Singapore family offices exceed 2,000 in 2024
THE number of single family offices (SFOs) in Singapore continued to grow last year, to exceed 2,000 by the end of 2024. Read more at The Business Times.
Top crypto casinos in Singapore in 2025: Tried and tested
Browse no further for the best online crypto casinos in Singapore. Each casino on our list promises big bonuses, speedy payouts, and a premium range of slots ...
Polymarket Blacklisted in Singapore—Global Crackdown Incoming?
Singapore has blocked access to the crypto-betting platform Polymarket. Users accessing the platform face a $10,000 fine or up to six months in jail. France, ...
Singapore stocks fall amid regional rout; STI down 0.3%
The Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.3 per cent or 9.86 points to 3,791.70 points. Across the broader market, losers beat gainers 349 to 193, with 949.7 million securities worth $1 billion having ...
ST Explains: What caused the prolonged deluge in Singapore?
A monsoon surge has been dumping rain over the island since Jan 10, with the occasional strong wind gusts. Read more at straitstimes.com.