Singapore stocks fell for a second session on Wednesday ... Europe and the United States, largely reflecting a broad export boom, Reuters reported. The Straits Times Index lost 0.29 percent or 9 points to 3,236. It ended 0.49 percent lower on Tuesday ... ( read original story ...)
Oil slips after surprising increase in U.S. crude exports
[EIA/S] U.S. exports have became more attractive to buyers because the ... (Additional reporting by Libby George and Ron Bousso in London; Henning Gloystein in Singapore and Scott DiSavino in New York; Editing by Marguerita Choy and David Gregorio) NEW ... ( read original story ...)
Oil steady after surprising increase in U.S. crude exports
U.S. exports became more attractive to buyers because the price ... (Additional reporting by Libby George and Ron Bousso in London; Henning Gloystein in Singapore and Scott DiSavino in New York; Editing by Dale Hudson and David Gregorio) ( read original story ...)
Singapore stocks drop for second day as lenders lag
Singapore stocks fell for a second session on Wednesday ... Europe and the United States, largely reflecting a broad export boom, Reuters reported. At 0430 GMT, the Straits Times Index lost 0.2 percent or 7 points to 3,239. It ended 0.49 percent lower ... ( read original story ...)
Middle East oil producers shrug off the threat from US exports in Asian market
With Asia the demand battleground in the oil market, last week’s S&P Global Platts APPEC conference in Singapore provided an opportunity ... projected that crude exports from the Middle East to Asia would rise from 14.5 million b/d in 2016 to 22 million ... ( read original story ...)
OCBC business customers will soon be able to use Siri to transfer funds, check bank accounts
OCBC Bank, one of the large banks based in Singapore, announced today imminent plans to allow its business account holders to integrate Apple’s voice-recognition software Siri to check their bank account balance and transfer money. The features will be ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore economy could top 3% growth in 2018
SINGAPORE: While Singapore’s external environment still faces many downside risks, some bullish economists say 2018 headline economic growth could come in at between 3 and 3.5 per cent. This would be the economy’s best showing in four years and would ... ( read original story ...)
Japan farmers market opens at Singapore airport to promote exports
SINGAPORE – Various Japanese foods are on sale at the newly opened Premium Japan Farmers Market in Singapore’s Changi Airport for local consumers and globe-trotting travelers. A gourmet specialty shop backed by Japan’s agricultural cooperative sells ... ( read original story ...)
MAN ARRESTED FOR IMPORTING 318 FAKE BAGS, WITH VALUE OF $11,680
A man has been arrested after a six hour operation by Singapore Customs and CID officers for his suspected involvement in importing counterfeit bags for trading. Singapore Customs had inspected the consignment of goods suspected to be fakes, and brand ... ( read original story ...)
The Weapon Wizards: How Israel Became a Leading Arms Exporter
Since 2007, Israel has exported about $6.5 billion annually in weaponry, representing about 10 percent of its overall exports. From missile defence ... including China, India and Singapore, after forging military relations with them. Israel’s ... ( read original story ...)
China oil giant enters Singapore petrol station business
Chinese oil giant Sinopec is muscling into the Singapore petrol station business, having outbid the incumbents for two sites recently. Observers said this could lead to more competitive petrol prices for consumers. It is the second Chinese company in the ... ( read original story ...)
Localised travel chatbot wins two prizes at Startup Weekend Singapore hackathon
SINGAPORE - A localised travel chatbot has won the top prize at Startup Weekend Singapore (SWSG) Mega 2017 - a three-day hackathon that ended today. Kecap, touted by its developer as the local friend from Medan, Indonesia who will help you out with ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines’ new A380 first class designer teases concepts
With Singapore Airlines counting down to the November 2 launch of its next generation of Airbus A380 first class suites and business class seats, one of the creators of the superjumbo's new first class suites has teased some luxurious concept images ... ( read original story ...)
Man arrested for importing counterfeit bags for trade
SINGAPORE - A 43-year-old man was arrested after a six-hour operation for his suspected involvement in importing counterfeit bags for trading. Singapore Customs had on Sept 18 inspected a consignment suspected to contain trademark-infringing goods. ( read original story ...)
Digitalizing Maritime Business Singapore-Finland discussion
Finland 100 and the city of Helsinki jointly put focus on digitalization in the maritime business on Wednesday 20 September, hosting an all-day event for stakeholders in the field. The aim of the event was to create new strategic partnerships between ... ( read original story ...)
Travelling Business Class on Singapore Airlines
The trouble with flying Business Class is that you don't get to interact with other passengers. Cocooned in your own luxurious bubble, you don't have to engage with the super-chatty chap beside you who extends his hairy hand and introduces himself before ... ( read original story ...)