A record-breaking crypto rally born in the US is leaving its mark on Asia, including a jump in the value of Bitcoin held by Bhutan to more than $1 billion and a surge in digital-asset trading volumes ...
Asia crypto hotspots reap gains from record Trump trade rally
SINGAPORE - A record-breaking crypto rally born in the United States is leaving its mark on Asia, including a jump in the value of Bitcoin held by Bhutan to more than US$1 billion (S$1.3 billion) and ...
Woman fined S$5,000 for bringing Labubu dolls & other items into S’pore without declaring their value
A female traveller was fined S$5,000 for failing to declare the goods in her possession to Singapore Customs after returning from a business trip in London. These goods, which were intended as gifts, ...
Singapore shares rise at Wednesday’s open; STI up 0.2%
SINGAPORE stocks began trading higher on Wednesday (Nov 20) morning following a mixed performance in world indices. Read more at The Business Times.
Say aah! Why is Singapore neglecting dental health?
People maintain their cars diligently but skip visits to the dentist. Why are we neglecting oral health? Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s IPO market set to grow with strong REIT sector in 2025
Due to the city’s strong framework and reliable income-generating market. Singapore’s IPO market is expected to grow robustly in 2025, particularly in the real investment estate trust (REIT) sector, ...
3 Singapore blue-chip stocks to add to your buy watchlist for their growing profits
STI climbed 1% The bank’s fee income rose due to higher wealth demand and a pick-up in credit card spending. Looking ahead, UOB is optimistic for 2025, expecting high single-digit loan growth and ...
Singapore-Germany ties to be elevated to strategic partnership after 60 years of diplomacy
Singapore and Germany will elevate their relationship to a strategic partnership, as both countries mark 60 years of diplomatic ties next year. It is a move the Foreign Affairs Ministry says will help ...
Channelling CPF balances to invest in local equities can help lift Singapore market: Morgan Stanley
To secure buy-in from the industry ecosystem, Morgan Stanley suggests that the CPF balances to be channelled to local equities be allocated to “established local fund managers” to manage.
US$34 billion asset manager plans to hire in Singapore for climate finance
Mirova, which manages assets worth about US$34 billion, plans to expand in Asia to tap the region’s growing pool of energy transition-related investments. Read more at The Business Times.
Kuala Lumpur vies with Bangkok and Singapore for region’s travellers
Bangkok and Singapore have long been the leading aviation hubs in Southeast Asia, with the Thai capital being the main entry point for one of the world’s most visited countries and the city-state a hub for global businesses with regional investments.
Singapore Tycoon Loses Suit Against HSBC, Sentenced To Prison On Forgery Charges
The judgement is in relation to the high-profile demise of Singapore commodity trading business, Hin Leong Trade Pte Ltd., which in 2021 shut down after failing to restructure $4 billion in debt.
Best Bank Offers in Singapore (Nov 2024): Win 1,500 ION+ Points, Get 10% Off Flights, And More
Everybody loves credit card sign-up promotions, but not many of us realise the promotions don’t end with a welcome gift. Banks actually shower us with tons of lifestyle deals and perks just for owning ...
Singapore stocks rise in tandem with region as falling Treasury yields lift global equities
SINGAPORE - Stocks in Singapore rose on Nov 19 as Asian indexes ... to profoundly influence market sentiment and policy trajectories well into 2025. THE BUSINESS TIMES Join ST's Telegram channel and ...
US semiconductor firm launches initiative in Singapore for power-efficient AI data centres
This comes as data centres worldwide are struggling to meet the demands of artificial intelligence. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WeWork to vacate two prime Singapore locations amidst challenges
WeWork is vacating two prime locations in Singapore, including spaces in Manulife Tower and UE Square, Bloomberg reported. Despite challenges, the company claims Singapore remains a