Senior Economist at UOB Group Julia Goh and Economist Loke Siew Ting give their views on the recent data releases in Malaysia. Key Quotes “Exports came in stronger-than-expected ... ( read original story ...)
New Green Plan will see Singapore setting sustainability targets for 2030
DPM Heng Swee Keat will speak about the nation's sustainability agenda during the debate on the Budget.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore could develop into a carbon services hub to expand emissions-reduction efforts beyond its borders
Singapore may not be efficient as a carbon sink but it could help other countries.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore: MAS revises Technology Risk management guidelines
MAS revises Technology Risk management guidelines The guidelines are designed to promote the adoption of robust technology ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore stocks end first trading day of the week in the red
Singapore equities ended the first trading day of February in the red as investors remained fairly cautious after a retreat on Wall Street and the declaration of a year-long state of emergency by ... ( read original story ...)
Visitor arrivals to Singapore plummet more than 80% in 2020, expected to stay weak amid COVID-19: STB
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s tourism sector experienced its “toughest year on record” in 2020 due to unprecedented global travel restrictions and border ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore will have capacity to get population vaccinated against Covid-19 by Q3 2021, but may take longer to do so
Factors include vaccine supply, as well as the willingness of people to get vaccinated.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
South Korea January exports grow 11.4% on year; imports up 3.1%
South Korea’s exports in January grew by 11.4% year on year to $48.01bn, posting its third consecutive month of increases as the global economy recovers from a pandemic-induced slump. Imports for the ... ( read original story ...)
SPH, GfK to debut new way of measuring Singapore media consumption for study
The research will be the first in Singapore to measure not only what people read and listen to, but also why they consume their choices of media.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Proposes Law to Use Tracing Data in Serious Crimes
Singapore introduced a bill on Monday in parliament to formalize the use of contact tracing data in criminal investigations for serious offenses, after it was revealed that such information was ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore refutes suggestions software on students’ devices tracks personal data
Software installed on these devices will not track personal data such as location, capturing only the students' online activities to "restrict access to objectionable material", says Ministry of ... ( read original story ...)
IPOs in Asia-Pacific markets remain strong amid pandemic, says EY
Initial public offers (IPOs) in Asia-Pacific markets remained stronger in 2020, with industrials leading the sectors followed by technology and materials, according to EY. ( read original story ...)
HSBC sets up private banking business in Thailand, second in Southeast Asia
HSBC Holdings PLC said on Monday it had set up a new private banking business in Thailand, the Asia-focused lender's second onshore expansion in Southeast Asia, as it seeks to grab a bigger share of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore police and central bank launch probe into companies under CoAssets Group
The development comes after the authorities received complaints and feedback regarding suspected misconduct by the group. ( read original story ...)
Singapore property rise despite COVID-19, lowest foreign buyers since 2003
Singapore property prices rose last year defying the economy-wrecking COVID-19 pandemic. Prices of private residences went up 2.2 per cent for the year despite the pandemic which also resulted in the ... ( read original story ...)
OCBC shares to see support from wealth arm, new CEO
OCBC’s share price may be on an uptrend, said analysts who are positive on the bank’s wealth management business, incoming CEO and active provisioning. OCBC Bank’s stock rose 0.5% to trade at S$10.37 ... ( read original story ...)