You must also not having a salary credit arrangement with POSB/DBS bank from 01 Sep 16 to 28 Feb 17 ... If you put your money for 1 or 2 years in a Singapore Savings Bonds, it will net you 1.23%/yr. When you evaluate, you have to be realistic how ... ( read original story ...
DBS Bank launches online marketplace for buying, selling cars
SINGAPORE - DBS Bank has launched an online marketplace for cars, the first of its kind in Singapore to be helmed by a bank - a one-stop solution for those looking to purchase or sells cars. The launch comes after a proposal by the Monetary Authority of ... ( read original story ...)
NDP 2017: A show of technology, military might and splendour
SINGAPORE: With the introduction of new elements in a dynamic display of Singapore’s military capabilities, unmanned drones setting the night sky alight with formations and crowd favourites like the Red Lions staging a triumphant return, this year’s ... ( read original story ...)
From epic skyscrapers to stunning gardens, bird’s-eye-view photographs reveal a rarely seen view of Singapore’s urban beauty
But while most people view Singapore from the ground upwards, one photographer has offered a refreshing alternative - thanks to his collection of stunning aerial shots. Taken by local resident Willy Chandra, his bird's eye-view images show residential hubs ... ( read original story ...)
Passion, pride and speed at the core of Superworld Electronics’ breakthroughs
Through collaborating closely with clients, universities and other technical organisations in Singapore, China and Taiwan, Superworld Electronics is able to anticipate the direction industries will take. Armed with the passion and know-how to pursue ... ( read original story ...)
It could now take you 23 weeks to find a new banking job in Singapore
To find out, we asked several Singapore recruiters (Black Swan, Charterhouse, KS International, LMA, Morgan McKinley, Nastrac, Selby Jennings, Randstad, and Robert Walters) to provide minimum and maximum hiring times across 10 broad banking job functions. ( read original story ...)
CFTE to help ASEAN finance professionals acquire Finance 2.0 skills
The Centre for Finance, Technology and Entrepreneurship (CFTE) has been working closely with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to formalise plans to expand CFTE’s education initiative to the ASEAN with the purpose of training finance ... ( read original story ...)
Which of Singapore’s 7 Merlions is the most expensive?
Mention Singapore and the Merlion often comes to mind. You know it as the half-lion, half-fish official mascot of Singapore that appears as plushies and keychains and chocolates. But did you also know that the Merlion is a product of marketing? Unlike ... ( read original story ...)
Commentary: The power of Singapore’s social entrepreneurs in a profit-driven world
SINGAPORE: Today marks Singapore’s 52th anniversary as an independent country. A mixture of foresight and bold decisions have contributed to a stable, prosperous and resilient society. Everywhere we look, we see signs of economic development and wealth ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore is the best city in the world to work in a startup: Study
Zurich and Hamburg more welcoming than Singapore though the city state scores above average, outranking Tel Aviv and Seoul. So for those hunting for a perfect job match in a budding business that might hatch the next big thing on Earth, weighing the pros ... ( read original story ...)
First exports of perishable goods flown out of Canberra Airport to Singapore
In what could be a game-changer for producers throughout the national capital region, the first shipment of local perishable produce on Wednesday night flew direct to Singapore from Canberra Airport. It means producers can now get their wares to Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
Lessons from a failed mobile payments startup in Singapore
Everybody loves to hear a story of David vs Goliath, of how the little guy went up against all odds and defeated the big boys. Unfortunately, this isn’t one. Editor’s note: e27 publishes relevant guest contributions from the community. Share your ... ( read original story ...)
Is it a good time to buy property in Singapore?
Briton Anthony Couse moved to Singapore from Shanghai in April last year following his appointment as JLL CEO of Asia Pacific. “I’m your perfect example of a foreigner,” says the 51-year-old. “I’d love to buy a home in Singapore because I think ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore REITs Average 18% YTD Distribution-Inclusive Returns
All 31 of Singapore’s REITs with property assets, in addition to the six Stapled Trusts have averaged a 17.6% total return for the 2017 year through to 4 August. Total returns ranged from 8.0% for Fortune REIT to 30.0% for CDL Hospitality Trusts. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s property investment market soars 50% to $8.1b
It rose as the fourth biggest commercial real estate market in the region. Singapore reached its highest position in the rankings of the most active commercial real estate market in Asia Pacific by Real Capital Analytics (RCA). According to the research by ... ( read original story ...)
China Pressures Singapore to Keep ASEAN Quiet on South China Sea
On the other hand, speaking of real estate, a good deal of Singapore’s property is now owned by Chinese speculators, developers, and home buyers. Singapore’s Foreign Minister, Vivian Balakrishnan, declared his country’s relationship with China to be ... ( read original story ...)