SINGAPORE: Singapore’s private home prices are expected to increase modestly by 0-3% in 2025, driven by a surge in new launches, according to the Singapore Business Review. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Bank OCBC Tightens Scrutiny on International Clients
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp., Singapore’s second-largest lender, told some international clients to show proof of residence in the city state to avoid having their accounts shut, a signal of ...
Mark Carnegie, Hong Shan back $US100m crypto neobank
A Singapore-based neobank powered by stablecoins had added a crowd of high-profile venture capital funds and angel investors to its register after ruling off a $US10 million seed funding round.
58 tortoises in a bag: Indian national jailed for for illegal import into Singapore
The tortoises were concealed -- sealed and not ventilated -- in Abdul Jaffar Haji Ali's personal luggage when he arrived at Changi Airport on August 29 from India to take another flight to Jakarta.
Indian national jailed for unlawfully importing 58 tortoises into Singapore
An Indian national was sentenced to a year and four months’ jail for unlawfully importing 58 Indian star tortoises into Singapore in August, a media report said on Tuesday. The tortoises were ...
Singapore’s youngest billionaire Kishin RK, father set up Abu Dhabi family office
Singapore’s father and son billionaire duo, Raj and Kishin Kumar, are establishing a family office in Abu Dhabi to manage their wealth in the Middle East.
Former bank employee implicated in $3b money laundering saga to plead guilty
A former banking relationship manager, who allegedly facilitated offences contributing to Singapore’s largest money laundering case, will plead guilty to 10 charges, including money laundering and ...
Identity thief sabotages Singapore couple’s Tokyo DisneySea trip by blocking their bank cards
JAPAN: A recent holiday to Japan became a financial nightmare for Singaporean Melvin Chan and his wife when their bank accounts were locked, and their credit cards were cancelled by identity thieves.
10 Best Savings Accounts in Singapore with the Highest Interest Rates (Dec 2024)
Savings accounts have a simple premise, but often come with complex mechanisms for you to earn bonus interest. When you open a savings account with a bank, you deposit money into it and let that money ...
Singapore’s economy soars with 5.4% GDP growth, powered by manufacturing surge and booming electronics
The standout performer was the domestic electronics industry, which surged by 17% YoY, helping to bolster overall manufacturing output. This growth highlights Singapore’s role as a key player in the ...
Singapore’s urban rejuvenation schemes should be extended but fine-tuning needed: Experts
The two schemes give developers and building owners incentives to undertake rejuvenation projects. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore emerges as top destination relocation in SEA
The city-state ranks 8th globally. Singapore has stood out as the most desired market for relocation in Southeast Asia (SEA), according to a SEEK report. The report found that 30% of Malaysians prefer ...
Singapore property tycoons set up family office in Abu Dhabi, eyeing Middle East expansion
We chose Abu Dhabi because it offers a strategic location and an internationally recognized legal framework,” they said ...
Vishal Mega Mart IPO Opens: Price, GMP, Subscription Status, Allotment Details; Should You Apply Or Avoid?
Vishal Mega Mart IPO has finally opened on. Ahead of the IPO, the company garnered up to Rs 2,400 from anchor investors on December 10. The latest GMP signals at double-digit premium listing on BSE ...
Singapore economists see growth of 3.6% in 2024, monetary policy unchanged in January
Singapore's economy will grow 3.6% this year, up from a previous forecast of 2.6% expansion, while monetary policy settings are expected to remain unchanged at an upcoming review in January, a survey ...
Singapore economy to grow 3.6% in 2024, monetary policy unchanged in Jan, survey shows
Economists have upgraded their outlook for Singapore's economic growth in 2024 to 3.6% expansion, with a majority expecting monetary policy settings to be unchanged in an upcoming review in January, a ...