Can the Singapore fintech sector navigate a challenging 2023 funding landscape, characterised by a massive downturn in investment?
Singapore SMEs in contractionary mode for full-year 2023: OCBC
SINGAPORE’S small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have remained in contractionary mode for the fourth straight quarter, marking a full year of contraction in 2023, said OCBC on Thursday (Jan 18).
Singapore SMEs need help with going overseas, pursuing sustainability
In an interview with The Business Times, the bank’s head of global commercial banking Linus Goh said that despite the uncertainty in markets such as China and the US, internationalisation is still ...
GST concerns: Will the hike from 8 to 9 per cent mean less donations to Singapore charity organisations?
As Singapore grapples with a rise in GST, some charitable donations are experiencing a decrease. Charities share insights on their efforts to sustain giving.
Singapore and Thailand keep bitcoin ETFs at arm’s length
So-called bitcoin exchange traded funds, or securities that track the performance of the world's largest cryptocurrency, were approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission earlier this month ...
Singapore stocks tumble amid regional rout as rate cut hopes fade; STI down 1.3%
SINGAPORE shares were not spared the rout on Wednesday (Jan 17) as key regional bourses swam in a sea of red mid-week. Read more at The Business Times.
Seaprwire Introduces Groundbreaking Newswire Services For Singapore Cryptocurrency And Blockchain Startups
"We've witnessed an explosion of crypto and blockchain startups launching in Singapore, but many struggle to implement impactful PR strategies that capture attention," said James Scott, Chief Strategy ...
89 per cent of Singapore business leaders say media reporting influences their corporate ESG strategy decision-making
A survey by BBC Studios has revealed new insights into how Singapore-based business leaders and corporations are relying on media reporting of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) issues to help ...
KPMG highlights need for Singapore to cement its leadership role in the region
Digitalisation and sustainability key to gain a competitive edge KPMG Singapore stressed the need for Singapore to cement its standing as the leading regional hub for businesses and wealth management ...
How to earn air miles from your income tax payment in Singapore (2024)
Every year, many Singaporeans pay the mandatory income tax bill. While some may dread the financial obligation, there may be a silver lining in terms of the opportunity to earn air miles from tax ...
Inferno Drainer crypto scam still a threat despite previous shut down: Report
Singapore's Group-IB highlights the lingering threat of Inferno Drainer in crypto through users of the ‘scam-as-a-service’ dashboard.
Some Singapore firms adopt wait-and-see approach to offering extra 2 weeks of paternity leave
While supportive of employees who are fathers, small businesses cite the need to strike a balance with their manpower needs.
Here Are 10 Fastest-Growing Nations For U.S. Imports In Last Decade
The fastest-growing major U.S. import trading partner over the last decade is not Vietnam, though it’s growth rate was 365%.
China to boost January diesel, jet fuel exports, add to global supply
China's oil products exports are set to rebound in January as refiners, armed with fresh quotas, boost diesel shipments and jet fuel sales for peak Lunar New Year travel, estimates from traders and ...
Singapore’s logistics growth slows with Red Sea attacks and Panama drought
Simultaneous crises in two major shipping canals have caused delays, raised costs and disrupted supply chains. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Top ten import-dependent countries by GDP ratio
Nigeria's import levels are at least 10 times lower than those of some countries, yet these nations, such as Hong Kong, Luxembourg, ...