As part of Singapore-based Grab's agreement with the ... head of emerging markets fintech business at consultancy EY. Grab said its decision to become a public company was driven by a strong ... ( read original story ...)
Vegetables imported to Singapore from Tamil Nadu triple in price amid Covid-19
bananas and the seasonal palm fruit in export-grade bags. "We put fresh country vegetables and fruits on late night passenger flights from Tiruchirappalli to Singapore, so that they are in the shops ... ( read original story ...)
Perodua Aruz launched in Singapore
Perodua Aruz has entered Singapore, its first overseas market. Perodua Aruz is priced at SG$92,999 (RM286,409), inclusive of goods and services tax and certificate of entitlement (COE). “The Aruz’s ... ( read original story ...)
EMERGING MARKETS-Most Asian currencies flat, Singapore shares snap 5-day losing run
Singapore, S. Korea shares gain * China March exports and imports rise * Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia equities down By Sameer Manekar April 13 (Reuters) - Most Asian currencies were muted and ... ( read original story ...)
Oil prices climb on robust China data, Mideast tension
SINGAPORE (Reuters ... to $59.98 a barrel. China's exports grew at a robust pace in March in yet another boost to the nation's economic recovery as global demand picks up amid progress in ... ( read original story ...)
Asian markets gain as Chinese exports rise
China reported its exports rose nearly 31% in March ... Stocks fell in Indonesia but advanced in Singapore and Taiwan Robert Carnell, Regional Head of Research Asia-Pacific at ING, expects trading in ... ( read original story ...)
Illumina Named One of Singapore’s Best Employers
Illumina, Inc., today announced, for the second consecutive year, Illumina is honored as one of Singapore’s Best Employers in a survey sponsored by The Straits Times and the marketing firm Statista. ( read original story ...)
Why Singapore is the Perfect Place for Your Startup
This country is one of the best places for startups to prosper. Read on to learn why Singapore might be the perfect spot for your new business. 1. It’s a Great Place to Live It’s true that you can own ... ( read original story ...)
Commentary: US proposed global minimum corporate tax has implications for Singapore
Joe Biden’s move to raise taxes may be well-timed, given domestic demands for government expenditure and a growing global acceptance that ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore plans safe and progressive resumption of larger MICE events
Larger business-to-business (B2B) events in the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) industry are set to return to Singapore with up to 750 attendees with effect from April 24. ( read original story ...)
Staff-served buffet lines for business events in Singapore allowed to resume
BUFFET lines, which were suspended last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, will be allowed to resume starting April 12, but only for business events and if the food is served by staff, according to ... ( read original story ...)
Sanofi’s latest vaccine plan? A €400M Singapore factory full of ‘boundary-pushing’ tech
The Singapore site will also leverage manufacturing platforms ... When it opens in 2026, the plant will supply shots to Canada, Europe and the U.S. Sanofi's flu vaccine business is booming, in fact. ( read original story ...)
Singapore leads regional free trade agreement ratification
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership needs ratification from nine countries. Singapore is the first participant country to ratifiy the Reginal Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). The ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Exchange is looking to launch ESG versions of stock indexes
Singapore Exchange's CEO Loh Boon Chye discusses the rise of ESG investing in Asia and the exchange operator's plans to capture opportunities in the area. ( read original story ...)
The Week Ahead – Rubber statistics, Singapore GDP, China GDP,
Economists expect China’s exports to expand 32% while imports to grow 22%. Singapore GDP, monetary policy SINGAPORE’s Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is expected to release its monetary policy ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, US boost transport cooperation
Singapore and the US will deepen bilateral cooperation in the transport sector, particularly in safely reviving international air travel amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Singaporean Ministry of ... ( read original story ...)