Head of global commercial banking notes that this is the first time a bank in Asia has set a dedicated sustainable finance target for the SME segment Read more at The Business Times.
Microsoft to invest $5.5bn in Singapore, boosting AI skills and workforce readiness
Microsoft is injecting $5.5 billion into Singapore by 2029, bolstering AI infrastructure and workforce readiness. Over 200,000 students will gain free AI tools, while educators and non-profit leaders ...
Singapore equities can weather the LNG storm
Global uncertainty is also driving capital reallocation, and the city-state stands to benefit Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore Unveils S$1 Billion in Measures to Address War Crisis
Singapore unveiled around S$1 billion ($778 million) in enhanced support measures to cushion households and businesses from higher energy costs triggered by the war in Iran.
Singapore’s Shanmugam slams Bloomberg’s ‘venomous’ emails in defamation hearing
Cabinet ministers K. Shanmugam and Tan See Leng are suing Bloomberg over an article mentioning their personal property deals.
Iran war to hurt Singapore’s growth and drive inflation higher; forecasts to be revised: Gan
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 ...