Singapore will likely tighten monetary policy next month and consider further moves later in the year as the Middle East crisis drives up prices in the trade-reliant city-state, according to ...
Former OCBC CEO Helen Wong’s FY2025 pay dips 6.3% to S$12 million in final year at bank
[SINGAPORE] The former OCBC chief executive Helen Wong, who retired at the end of last year, saw her total remuneration dip to S$12 million for the 2025 financial year. This was down 6.3 per cent from ...
‘Deeply ingrained’: How a culture of inclusion helps Standard Chartered balance the scales for women in the workplace
The bank has put in place structures to empower female employees while also supporting the wider community Read more at The Business Times.
China welcomes investment from Singapore’s Temasek, Vice Premier He says
BEIJING, March 23 (Reuters) - China welcomes investment from Singapore state investor Temasek and from other countries to "share in the opportunities" that China's economic development presents, state ...
Why glide paths could shape the next phase of retirement investing in Singapore
Such strategies offer a framework that evolves over time, but remains aligned with investors’ long-term needs Read more at The Business Times.
Work from home and less travel urged to save fuel; DBS & POSB staff foil $230k investment scam targeting senior: Singapore live news
IEA urges oil cuts as prices surge, nations curb use amid tensions. DBS & POSB staff stops scam, protecting elderly woman from losing $230,000.
Singapore banks to benefit from Iran war, rates on hold but REITs face pressure, say analysts
With the boost from the three banks, the Straits Times Index rose 2.2 per cent last week. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
OCBC’s $71.6m claim over capsized oil rig fails at Singapore’s highest court after 5-year battle
OCBC, as the mortgagee, was named a co-assured and sole loss payee under the policy. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Sun Life Weighs HSBC Singapore Deal As Valuation Signal Draws Attention
Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) is reportedly exploring a bid for HSBC's Singapore insurance unit. The potential transaction would place Sun Life in competition with other large global insurers ...
Banks power Singapore stocks higher on Tuesday; STI up 1.4%
On the STI, Singtel : Z74 0% led the gainers, rising 2.6 per cent or S$0.13 to S$5.17. Thai Beverage : Y92 +1.15% was the worst performer, easing 1.1 per cent or S$0.005 to S$0.44.
DBS named world’s best private bank at global awards
This is the first time an Asia-headquartered bank has received the top accolade at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards' 22-year history, DBS said on Friday (Mar 20).
OCBC cannot claim US$56 million from insurers for the capsized vessel it funded: Court of Appeal
Court points out that OCBC had not proved that the rig was lost by peril of the seas as it did not offer a cause of seawater entering the vessel by chance Read more at The Business Times.
Is accountancy still relevant for the Singapore stock market?
The decline in the number of qualified accountants has implications for the Singapore economy and businesses, including listed companies.
Redefining the Future of Financial Advisory Firms in Singapore at the MDRT CEO Forum
Looking ahead to the MDRT CEO Forum Singapore 2027, MDRT remains committed to strengthening its suite of member resources and benefits, while continuing to support local and regional leaders through ...
Singapore market needs more tech and AI listings to sustain revival: Saxo
Singapore equities are drawing renewed attention as policymakers push reforms to deepen liquidity and to raise the appeal of listed companies. However, Mahesh Sethuraman, Saxo’s Singapore CEO, says ...
Singapore Stock Market Overdue For Support On Tuesday
(RTTNews) - The Singapore stock market has finished lower in seven straight sessions, slumping more than 55 points or 1.3 percent along the way. The Straits Times Index now sits just beneath the 4,300 ...