The losses could potentially exceed the conflict-stricken country’s annual economic output. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapores top banker Piyush Gupta leaves DBS Bank
Singapore, Mar 29 (PTI) Singapore's top banker Piyush Gupta has stepped down as DBS Bank chief executive after 15 years of spearheading the lender's journey through various financial markets, ...
Grand Duchess Maria Teresa shares key updates on Singapore State Visit
Luxembourg and Singapore have strengthened their ties with key agreements during latest state visit.On Friday, March 28, Grand Duchess Maria Teresa took to her official Instagram handle to share ...
Singapore Red Cross pledges $150,000 after Myanmar earthquake, public fundraising appeal to follow
The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has pledged an initial $150,000 to emergency relief efforts after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and shook Thailand on Friday (March 28). In a statement on ...
Singapore Sports Hub to host FIBA 3×3 World Cup in 2027
Singapore will host the FIBA 3x3 basketball World Cup for the first time in 2027. The qualifiers will also be held at the Singapore Sports Hub in 2026. This is as Sport Singapore and the world ...
Netizens say Singapore’s STI ‘finally’ crosses 4,000 mark for the first time but falls back after market close
SINGAPORE: "Finally," netizens said after the Straits Times Index (STI) crossed the 4,000 mark for the first time on Friday (Mar 28). According to The Busines ...
GE2025: Singapore, tech platforms gear up to counter cyber threats ahead of election
Observers said the coming election could become a key test of Singapore’s resilience. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore Rail Test Centre officially opens, aims to bolster rail reliability
Prior to the development of the Singapore Rail Test Centre, there was a heavy reliance on testing new trains and rail systems overseas, says Senior Minister of State for Transport Amy Khor.
UOB rejects allegations of improper conduct made by ex-CEO of former client Yang Kee Logistics
The allegations made by Mr Koh, who has made a statutory declaration on Feb 25 on the matter, relate to improper conduct by UOB’s executives dating back to 2016 pertaining to the sale of a property, ...
Singapore’s TWG serves an ultra-glam tea room experience for $10. Its CEO says affordable luxury is the name of the game.
"When you enter our store, even from $10, you are our client already," Taha Bouqdib, the CEO of TWG Tea and Bacha Coffee, said.
Piyush Gupta steps down as CEO of DBS at his final AGM with the bank
In a statement read out at DBS’ annual general meeting on March 28 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Temasek Holdings chief executive Dilhan Pillay said the partnership between chairman Peter ...
Singapore Shines as Rest of Southeast Asia Lags: Bloomberg Deals
Hi, it’s Elffie Chew in Singapore, where I’ve been chatting with investment bankers about deals in Southeast Asia and how the hub is holding up well despite challenges across the region. Also today, ...
Growing Singapore border demand boosts Malaysian bus firm’s IPO
KUALA LUMPUR] Malaysian bus operator HI Mobility is betting on increased traffic at the Singapore border to drive growth as the company started trading on Friday (Mar 28) after a rare listing by one ...
Growing Singapore demand boosts Malaysian cross-border bus firm’s IPO
HI Mobility is the biggest cross-border bus operator in both Singapore and Malaysia. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Newly minted DBS CEO Tan Su Shan keeps eye on 15-17% ROE target
SINGAPORE] DBS should be able to hit its return on equity (ROE) target of 15 to 17 per cent through its growth strategy in the years ahead, said the bank’s new chief executive, Tan Su Shan. Read more ...
Singapore tracking developments in Myanmar, Thailand after earthquake, says PM Wong
Singaporeans in the region are urged to stay alert and follow local advisories. Read more at straitstimes.com.