Beyond the energy and chemicals sector, higher costs will hurt wider manufacturing, transport and travel, as well as domestic services Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s overall inflation for 2026 expected to rise amid ongoing Middle East conflict
Singapore's overall inflation for 2026 is expected to rise above the earlier projection of between 1 to 2 per cent because of the ongoing Middle East conflict.Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong — who ...
Singapore launches new C3T council to drive competitive climate shift beyond compliance
Singapore has launched a new public-private platform to help companies stay competitive as climate risks intensify and the economy shifts toward lower-carbon growth. The Council for a ...
Singapore ranks first for regional leadership as Trump tops Southeast Asia concerns: Survey
For the first time, more respondents have confidence in ASEAN upholding the rules-based order than the United States, according to an annual poll by Singapore think tank ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.
AirTrunk hires banks for Singapore listing that could raise over $1.3 billion, sources say
AirTrunk has three data centres in Singapore – two of which are under development. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Why Asia’s IPO Markets Saw Brisk Growth In Q1 2026
Asia’s IPO markets surged in Q1 2026, led by Hong Kong’s rebound, resilient India filings, and Singapore’s REIT-driven revival—plus the geopolitical risks investors are watching.
Analysts split on Singapore’s banking sector outlook even as safe-haven status remains ‘intact’
The Middle East conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz continue to cloud the road ahead Read more at The Business Times.
Barclays Private Bank Singapore Head Tan to Join Schroders
Barclays Plc’s head of private bank in Singapore is leaving the firm just as it prepares to make a full return to the business in the city-state this year.
Singapore Red Cross to help 10,000 people deal with risks of heat and haze
The Singapore Red Cross is stepping up efforts to help vulnerable groups from risks due to extreme heat and the haze. Over the next three months, its volunteers and community partners are looking to ...
Inaugural OCBC-Great Eastern Pickleball Open to be held in October
Close to 1,600 participants are expected, with 2 categories - novice and open - open to the public. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore police say body found is missing man from boat collision
Singapore police have confirmed that a body recovered from the sea off the Indonesian island of Karimunin is that of a 37-year-old man who has been missing since March 27 after a collision between two ...
Singapore launches C3T to boost business competitiveness in climate transition
C3T is co-chaired by Singapore’s Ambassador for Climate Action and Senior Adviser at NCCS Ravi Menon and Singapore Business Federation CEO Kok Ping Soon.
Rainie Yang fans left disgruntled after Taiwanese singer cancels Singapore concert second time in a row
On Friday (Apr 3), live event organiser FriedRice Entertainment announced that Taiwanese singer Rainie Yang's upcoming Singapore concert has been cancelled.
Microsoft to Invest US$5.5 Billion in Singapore’s Cloud, AI Infrastructure
Microsoft plans to invest US$5.5 billion in Singapore through 2029 to expand cloud and AI infrastructure and related operations.
Only 2 power banks per passenger allowed on flights departing Singapore from April 15
Passengers departing from Singapore will be allowed to carry only a maximum of two power banks per person on board flights.In a media release on Monday (April 6), the Civil Aviation Authority of ...
Singapore’s Helix Bridge is crowned one of the world’s most beautiful bridges
Bridges – they’re not just part of infrastructure. While there’s that obvious functional aspect of getting us from one point to another, they can very much be a display of architectural finesse, and ...