SINGAPORE] Business sentiment in the region has declined sharply following the announcement of US tariffs, with only 48 per cent of firms positive about business outlook, down from 77 per cent before, ...
Singapore Paincare opens 7.6% higher at 16.9 cents after SIAS says privatisation price should be at 36 to 37 cents
Instead of seeking slight gains by selling their shares in the open market, SIAS notes that shareholders who sold will not have recourse if the offer price is increased subsequently.
This company is helping family offices turn idle crypto into passive income
Figment transforms idle crypto assets into reliable income streams through secure, institutional-grade staking ...
Singapore’s AAA Bills Offer an Opportunity for US Carry Trade
Some of the safest assets in Asia offer investors a yield pickup to Treasuries in the wake of the US losing its last AAA credit rating.
Retailers in Singapore seek lower costs and bigger market in Johor Bahru, but face challenges
Some firms cite hiring challenges and concerns over “abandoned malls” in Johor Bahru, while others call for incentives under the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone.
Singapore’s climate strategy stands firm amid global setbacks on emissions
SINGAPORE] As major economies scale back climate commitments and global momentum stalls, Singapore stands out for its steadfast approach to climate action. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore fines operator $2.3M over massive MRT disruption affecting millions
Singapore's rail operator SMRT has been fined 3 million SGD (US$2.33 million) after a major six-day disruption crippled the East–West MRT (mass rapid transit) Line in late 2024, affecting some 2.6 ...
Singapore set for multibillion-dollar Mice sector with projected growth
Mice visitors to Singapore are expected to contribute 10%, or $3.5b, of the city’s tourism receipts by 2040. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Couple jailed for smuggling dogs into Singapore from Malaysia for sale
SINGAPORE: A couple caught smuggling dogs into Singapore from Malaysia were jailed on Wednesday (Jun 4). Soon Boon Khong and Reina Wong Si Qi, both 28, will each serve three weeks' jail after they ...
More Singapore home buyers eyeing floating-rate loans, say mortgage brokers
However, many home owners are still keen on fixed rate loans for financial certainty. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
OCBC stays the course on climate commitment despite global setbacks
SINGAPORE] The global effort to combat climate change has faced significant headwinds in recent years. Read more at The Business Times.
OCBC raises target price for ST Engineering to $8.54 from $7.75
OCBC notes that ST Engineering remains on track to hit its 2026 targets that were first unveiled during the 2021 Investor Day. This coming five years to 2029, the company aims to grow its revenue by ...
Singapore on track for a multibillion-dollar Mice industry
Mice visitors to Singapore are expected to contribute 10%, or $3.5b, of the city’s tourism receipts by 2040. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
49% of Singapore consumers use AI to assist shopping: survey
Nearly half of Singapore consumers have turned to artificial intelligence (AI) assistants to enhance their shopping experiences, according to Adyen’s latest Ret ...
Richport Technology continues to polish its surface treatment offerings
Teo Sang Kiam set up Richport Technology to provide supporting services for the construction industry, in which her husband had an existing business. What began as a small electroplating service ...
WazirX’s restructuring scheme rejected by Singapore court
The Singapore High Court rejected WazirX’s restructuring plan due to transparency concerns from its parent company, Zettai Pte Ltd.