The central banks of the Philippines and Singapore agreed to address cybersecurity and other risks with the increasing use of technology to supply financial services amid the global health pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Singapore new private home sales plunge 51.7% in October after new regulations
New private home sales in Singapore plunged more than 50 per cent in October amid a dearth of fresh projects and restrictions on the ... ( read original story ...)
BT Mark To Market Podcast: Investors, don’t ignore underperforming Singapore market
Listen to Ben Paul's analysis and insight on market trends and corporate issues in Singapore, in this new podcast series based on his weekly column in The Business Times.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Central banks in Singapore, Philippines to work together on data connectivity
The central banks of Singapore and the Philippines issued a statement of intent on Monday (Nov 16) that they will work together on data connectivity. Unlike data localization - ... ( read original story ...)
Genting Singapore shares jump on surprise earnings rebound
The company swung to profit of $54.4 million for Q3 from a $163.3 million loss in Q2.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Easier, cheaper for firms to do business with RCEP: Chan Chun Sing
Singapore firms will find it easier and cheaper to do business in the region when the newly inked region-wide free trade pact takes effect, said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing yesterday.. ( read original story ...)
CapitaLand to grow investments in China business parks, logistics and data centres
It aims to grow exposure in this China sector to $5 billion over the next few years from $1.5 billion now. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Central banks in Singapore and the Philippines to work together on data connectivity
The central banks of Singapore and the Philippines issued a statement of intent on Monday (Nov 16)that they will work together on data connectivity.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
PPE maker Medtecs seeks mainboard transfer, to join MSCI Singapore Small Cap Index
Medtecs shares shot up 7.5 cents or 8.5 per cent to 96 cents at 9.04am on Monday.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore now ninth best country for attracting talent: Swiss report
Singapore — A global report has Singapore ranked in the ninth spot out of 63 economies in the area of world talent. According to Swiss business school IMD’s 2020 report, released on Thursday (Nov 12), ... ( read original story ...)
Commentary: Singapore’s new growth strategy for tomorrow involves luring 500 global tech leaders today
The Tech.Pass scheme is a needed booster in attracting tech talent in a fiercely competitive digital world, says NUS Business School’s Lawrence Loh. ( read original story ...)
How business networks are helping members amid pandemic
With the Covid-19 pandemic showing no signs of abating, business networks in Singapore have been facilitating information exchanges through webinars and establishing new initiatives to support member ... ( read original story ...)
Easier, cheaper for Singapore companies to do business regionally with RCEP: Chan Chun Sing
Companies will soon find it easier and cheaper to conduct business in the region when the newly-inked region-wide free trade pact takes effect, said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing on ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore among 15 countries to have signed world’s largest trade deal
Singapore was among the 15 countries which signed the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, the world’s largest trade pact. ( read original story ...)
Singapore reports 3 new COVID-19 cases, all imported
SINGAPORE: Singapore reported three new COVID-19 cases as of noon on Sunday (Nov 15). All of the cases were imported and were placed ... ( read original story ...)
Japan Finds Luring Business From Hong Kong May Be Tough
Tokyo is on a charm offensive, hoping to lure firms in Hong Kong spooked by protests and a controversial security law imposed by China. But the city is proving a tough sell. "I want to make Tokyo Asia ... ( read original story ...)