HSBC Holdings plc is planning to overhaul its Singapore operations by combining its major banking services under one entity to streamline the structure, according to people familiar with the matter.
UOB prices landmark US$1.2 billion dual-tranche euro covered bond offering
[SINGAPORE] UOB has priced a €1 billion (US$1.2 billion) dual-tranche euro-denominated covered bond transaction – the first executed by an Asian issuer, said the bank on Thursday (Aug 27).
Singapore’s economy is growing — why aren’t all workers feeling it?
If economic gains continue to be felt unevenly across different sectors, it could lead to a "dual economy" that may lead to more durable wealth inequality, say experts.
Singapore will pay about $55,000 in support for each child; why the country is paying parents to have babies
In a groundbreaking move, Singapore is launching a substantial financial support package designed for families with children. Targeted at reversing the alarming trend of declining birth rates, the ...
Singapore cannot rely on more land, labour or carbon for next phase of growth: Tan See Leng
Asked how the government weighed the pros and cons for the proposed western island, Dr Tan See Leng said there are many uncertain development timelines involved, and that detailed environmental ...
Up to $3 cashback on Saturdays: DBS brings back PayLah! Campaign
Are you an early riser and a user of the DBS PayLah! App?For the fourth year running, DBS is offering its $3 cashback campaign on Saturdays, beginning Aug 29 and ending Dec 19.The promotion is capped ...
Singapore factory output expands in July, driven by precision engineering and sustained AI demand
Singapore’s factory output grew 6.8% in July, led by precision engineering and electronics, while biomedical and chemicals sectors saw declines. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...
Singapore is Vietnam’s biggest FDI source in 2026
Singapore was Vietnam's largest source of foreign direct investment in the first seven months of 2026, accounting for 35.6%, or US$7.5 billion, of total registered investment.
Singapore Fintech Festival 2026 Sets Its Sights on Finance’s Next Big Shifts
Singapore Fintech Festival 2026 will explore how AI, capital, policy and global economic shifts are reshaping finance.
UOB Kay Hian downgrades DBS to ‘hold’ and maintains ‘buy’ on OCBC
UOB Kay Hian analyst Jonathan Koh says OCBC has delivered the strongest and most diversified 2Q2026 results with earnings growth at 22% y-o-y.
Temasek-backed investor behind Unitree pitches Singapore as Chinese robots’ path to US
As Washington shuts out Chinese robotics, a Temasek-backed VC bets that startups with genuine development in the city-state can still reach American buyers.
Singapore factory output growth eases to 6.8% in July; electronics up 11.2%
[SINGAPORE] Factory output rose 6.8 per cent year on year in July, moderating from June’s revised 7.5 per cent growth, data from the Economic Development Board showed on Wednesday (Aug 26). This was ...
Singapore FinTech Festival 2026 to examine AI, investment boom and geoeconomic shifts
To be held from Nov 18 to Nov 20, SFF 2026 will be organised around five forces: technology, geoeconomics, capital, talent and policy.
HSBC Private Bank makes two senior appointments in Singapore
HSBC Private Bank has announced new senior leadership appointments for its India, Singapore, and China businesses.
UOB Poll Finds SMEs Keen on AI but Struggle to Move Beyond Pilot Stage
The poll also highlighted a significant AI implementation gap. While 55 per cent of respondents said they were exploring or piloting AI solutions, only 6 per cent reported actively using AI across ...
DBS Brings Back S$3 PayLah! Cashback at Hawkers, Heartland Shops From 29 Aug
DBS is bringing back S$3 PayLah! cashback every Saturday at participating hawkers and heartland businesses from 29 August.