SINGAPORE – The Republic’s biggest lender DBS is exploring expanding into Malaysia with potential acquisitions of stakes in banks in its South-east Asian neighbour, including in one of Malaysia’s ...
OCBC says 2024 targets on track after Q3 profit beats forecast with 9% rise to $1.97 billion
SINGAPORE – OCBC said it was firmly placed to achieve its 2024 targets after posting a 9 per cent rise in third-quarter net profit that beat market expectations. Southeast-Asia’s second-largest lender ...
Singapore’s banks flag better loan growth in 2025 as rates drop
OCBC's Wong said uncertain geopolitical conditions could potentially create market volatilities. OCBC, Singapore's second-biggest bank after DBS Group (DBSM.SI), opens new tab, said July-September net ...
Crypto pins hopes on reshaped Securities and Exchange Commission for deal revival under Trump
Crypto executives have long blamed a dearth of mergers and acquisitions on uncertainty around US regulations. Read more at straitstimes.com.
The 11.11 sale guide: An A-Z listing of where to shop the best deals in Singapore
The 11.11 sale is here, and Singapore’s biggest shopping event of the year brings a windfall of deals you won’t want to miss. For those planning a festive season splurge or a ...
Priest stabbed during mass in Singapore, attacker arrested
Police said they did not think the attack was an attack of terrorism, while the priest was sent to hospital in ‘stable condition’.
Priest stabbed at church in rare Singapore attack— police
SINGAPORE, Singapore (AFP)— A Roman Catholic priest was stabbed while saying mass inside a church in Singapore on Saturday, police said, but added they did not think it was an act of terrorism. The ...
S’pore authorities seize 1,000kg of produce illegally imported from Malaysia
SINGAPORE: Around one tonne of fresh and processed produce illegally imported from Malaysia has been seized by Singaporean authorities during a two-day joint operation at Woodlands Checkpoint.
Singapore Leader Frets Over Trade Friction as World Awaits Trump
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong expressed concern about increased trade friction as the world braces for Donald Trump’s return to the US presidency after threatening massive new tariffs on ...
A Messy Problem in Orderly Singapore: Keeping Track of Cats
The reversal of a 35-year ban on cats in public housing won’t be a quick fix for cat-related problems. It’s not even clear how many cats live in the city-state.
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1 tonne of illegally imported produce from Malaysia seized at Woodlands Checkpoint
SINGAPORE - About one tonne of illegally imported produce, including fruits and vegetables like tomatoes, spring onions, lemons and cauliflower from Malaysia got seized at Woodlands Checkpoint earlier ...
Private hospitals in Singapore will share patient health records on national platform from 2025
SINGAPORE: All nine private hospitals in Singapore will soon share health records of their patients on a national platform to ensure better continuity of care across healthcare providers, the Ministry of Health announced on Saturday (Nov 9). The National ...
Singapore’s DBS eyes Malaysian bank stakes in expansion push, sources say
SINGAPORE’S biggest lender DBS is exploring expanding into Malaysia with potential acquisitions of stakes in banks in its Southeast Asian neighbour, including in one of Malaysia’s smallest banks by assets,
It’s magic! Meet the Singapore healthcare professionals with a bag of tricks to treat patients
Healthcare facilities are also using hypnosis, animals and nature to treat and boost the well-being of patients. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Exclusive-Singapore’s DBS Eyes Malaysian Bank Stakes in Expansion Push, Sources Say
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's biggest lender DBS Group Holdings Ltd is exploring expanding into Malaysia with potential acquisitions of stakes in banks in its Southeast Asian neighbour, including ...