The moves will mainly target imports of base metals, electronic components for laptops ... The moves are expected to primarily hurt Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Singapore - members of the ... ( read original story ...)
With eye on China, India looks to increase barriers on imports from South-east Asia
New Delhi is considering measures to prevent trade partners mainly in South-east Asia from re-routing Chinese goods to India with little added value, two government sources said, amid strained ties ... ( read original story ...)
Sats, CapitaLand Reits top Singapore-listed companies in governance and transparency as standards reach new high
SINGAPORE - The corporate governance standard of Singapore-listed companies reached a new high this year despite challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, with Sats and three CapitaLand Reits topping ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore stock watch: CapitaLand, Keppel, SGX, Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust, AEM
The following companies saw new developments that may affect trading of their securities on Tuesday (Aug 4):. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Amazon Singapore Shines a Spotlight on Local Retailers this National Day
Singaporean founder Chen Yan started her career with her family's bedding and household goods business but soon left to study Design in Arts in the UK before moving to Singapore in 2004. In 2019, Yan ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Shares Poised To Snap Losing Streak
The Singapore stock market has moved lower in three straight sessions, sinking almost 100 points or 4 percent along the way. The ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s EDBI Makes Strategic Investment in Vesta as Company Makes a Concerted Push Into the Asia Pacific Region
Vesta, a fintech pioneer in fraud protection and fully guaranteed payment technologies, has secured a strategic investment from EDBI, a global Asian-based investor. This investment, along with a ... ( read original story ...)
With eye on China, India looks to increase barriers on imports from Asia
New Delhi is considering measures to prevent trade partners mainly in Southeast Asia from re-routing Chinese goods to India with little added value, two government sources said, amid strained ties ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore factory activity expands slightly in July after 5 months of contraction
Singapore’s factory activity expanded slightly in July after five months of contractions. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s factory activity gauge jumps back into expansion territory
Manufacturing activity made a surprise jump into expansion territory in July after five straight months of contraction amid the coronavirus-induced slump.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
StanChart gets to double footprint in Singapore as first significantly rooted foreign bank; MAS enhances scheme
SINGAPORE - The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) on Monday (Aug 3) named Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) the first Significantly Rooted Foreign Bank (SRFB) here, allowing it to operate up to ... ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Many small-medium enterprises in Singapore still struggling to survive
While some owners have begun frantically diversifying business offerings to find new sources of revenue, others have taken on odd jobs.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
China Wealth Manager Hywin Plans Foray Into Singapore
Hywin Wealth Management Co. is weighing an expansion into Singapore to follow its Chinese clients and tap the surge of wealthy individuals in Southeast Asia. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Koi first in line for LJ Hooker recapitalisation
Singaporean fund manager Koi Structured Credit is the favourite to take the keys to Australian real estate group LJ Hooker after securing the support of administrator KPMG. ( read original story ...)
Garden city: why Singapore has gone bananas for home farming
According to the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA), Singapore currently imports more than 90 percent of her food supply. In 2016, less than one percent of land in the island state ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Exchange CEO: Asia’s strength lies in mutual growth and support
Hong Kong and Singapore are important and major financial hubs in Asia, and every link needs to be strong for the region to "prosper," says Singapore Exchange CEO Loh Boon Chye. ( read original story ...)