IPO fundraising was subdued in Southeast Asia last year, as Vietnam saw eight successful IPOs while raising $71 million.
Jail for SG national serviceman who stole subordinate’s mobile phone, accessed and emptied victim’s bank account
A full-time national serviceman (NSF) with the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) was at his workplace when he stole his subordinate’s mobile phone and accessed the latter’s bank account.
Singapore boosts grants, tax schemes for companies going abroad; new Scale-Up X for promising local enterprises
BUSINESSES are getting more help to venture abroad with enhanced grants and schemes, while a new Scale-Up X programme will give tailored help to promising local enterprises, Minister for Trade and ...
Maybank Singapore’s profit before tax doubles to S$655.92m in 2022
This was reportedly thanks to higher income and lower loan loss allowances. Maybank Singapore’s full year profit before tax doubled to S$655.92m in 2022, according to the bank’s latest financial ... ( read original story ...)
Home-staging trend to speed up property sales
SINGAPORE: A property listing is no longer limited to just welcoming prospective buyers to view a home in its current state online or in person. ( read original story ...)
Photos: HSBC Singapore’s new office design sees move to an activity-based workplace
The office design promotes wellbeing by considering strategies related to air, water, light, acoustic and thermal comfort.
Citi appointed depositary bank for Hangke’s GDR program
This is in connection with Hangke’s $172.85m IPO of tis GDRs. Citi’s Issuer Services has been appointed as the depositary bank for the global depositary receipt (GDR) program of Zhejiang HangKe ...
Singapore Plans to Force Clashing Neighbors to Seek Mediation
Neighbors who quarrel over noise may soon be forced to sit down and talk things through in Singapore, after authorities unveiled plans to make mediation mandatory before cases can go to court. Those ...
Committee of Supply 2023 debate, Day 3: Sharael Taha on costs of doing business in Singapore
As the National Productivity Fund gets a S$4 billion top-up and an expanded scope, how will the Government ensure that the money is effectively used by businesses to drive real productivity ...
Singapore Airlines To Get 25.1 Per Cent Stake In Air India Group: Report
Singapore Airlines' deal with Tata Sons (Tata) will inject a further SGD 360 million (USD 267 million) into Air India. It will give SIA a 25.1 per cent stake in the enlarged Air India group.
Singapore Airlines To Receive 25.1% Stake In Enlarged Air India Group
The deal will provide Singapore Airlines with a 25.1% stake in the enlarged Air India group following its takeover by Tata and merger with Vistara Airlines ...
Business receipts of service industries rise 10.9% YoY in Q422
Recreation & Personal Services had the highest growth in revenue amongst industries. Business receipts of the service industries, excluding Wholesale Trade, Retail Trade, Accommodation and Food ...
Singapore, US partner to enhance telecom regulatory policies
This will cover areas of communications and connectivity. The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) of Singapore and the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have partnered to ...
Singapore checkpoints, roadblocks use saliva test kits to detect drugs
SINGAPORE - Checkpoints and roadblocks in Singapore have implemented the use of a new Saliva drug testing kit capable of producing results in 10 minutes. State for Home Affairs Minister Muhammad ...
‘Enough money’: Adani Group reassures investors at Singapore roadshow
The group’s officials told roadshow participants that it has enough money to repay debt maturing over the next three years and that it has an $800 million credit facility.
Money Talks – S1E29: Why the ultra-rich set up family offices in Singapore
Singapore has become a magnet for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, thanks to its image as a safe and modern financial hub. Adding to the wealth mix are family offices, which oversee all aspects of a ...