SINGAPORE – When Ms Teo Shaw Leng was alerted in August that an elderly customer was claiming she needed to withdraw around $500,000 for her critically ill “husband” in Europe, the deputy manager of ...
Singapore shares rise at Friday’s open; STI up 0.5%
SINGAPORE stocks were pulled into positive territory on Friday (Dec 8) following overnight gains on Wall Street, with the Nasdaq ending sharply higher, supported by heavy-weight tech stocks. Read more ...
Interest rates for Singapore’s CPF Special, Medisave and Retirement accounts to increase to 4.08% in Q1 2024
Besides higher Special, Medisave and Retirement account interest, Singapore CPF members can also earn extra interest. Find out why and how.
Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City to have green innovation park, be a model for other Chinese cities
Singapore and Tianjin will also establish a green and digital shipping corridor – the first such corridor to connect the two countries.
Singapore signs free trade deal with four-nation Latin American bloc to boost trade, investment
Singapore signed a ground-breaking free trade agreement with four South American nations on Dec 8. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Why Singapore Has Become a Family Office Hotspot: Asia Centric
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Close to two-thirds of home owners with Sibor mortgages yet to switch as deadline looms
ABS said around 30,000 Sibor-based home loan borrowers have switched to alternative packages. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
6 in 10 Singaporeans expect to work after retirement: HSBC survey
Majority of those who plan to work post-retirement are motivated by financial concerns, such as rising inflation and higher healthcare costs. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Property tax keeps market on even keel
Individuals may not welcome property tax hikes, but they have a moderating influence on the market Read more at straitstimes.com.
Crypto This Thursday: FCA Warns Against Poloniex, Robinhood Debuts in EU, and More
Additionally, some cryptocurrencies are being traded on Poloniex at discounts compared to other platforms. Singapore crypto firm Cake Group begins liquidation process Singapore-based Cake Group, the ...
Singapore pledges support for Laos’ 2024 chairmanship of Asean
Laos’ Deputy PM Saleumxay Kommasith and PM Lee exchanged views on stepping up bilateral cooperation. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore looks to attract more competitive squash players ahead of the sport’s Olympic debut in 2028
The Singapore Squash Racquets Association will be holding open trials next year to draw more competitive players aged 19 and above.
UOB deputy branch manager who saved customer from losing $500,000 to scam among those recognised by bank
The customer said she needed the money for her husband, who was critically ill. Read more at straitstimes.com.
CNOOC, Vitol among suitors for Shell’s Singapore refinery
Located on Singapore's Bukom island, the assets comprise a refinery ... Shell is selling the assets as part of a review of its refining and chemicals business and has hired Goldman Sachs for the ...
Bounce Back in 2025 to Follow Tough 2024 for Singapore’s Manufacturing Industry
Singapore’s manufacturing production has doubled over the past 15 years. The city state witnessed a slump in 2023, and its manufacturing industry is facing a tough 2024, but it’s expected to bounce ...
Hong Kong cosmetics brand Sa Sa relaunches in Singapore with Jurong Point outlet, 4 years after mass closures
Hong Kong cosmetics retailer Sa Sa returns to Singapore after 4 years, with opening of Jurong Point store, and plans to open 2 more outlets next year.