5 JUNE 2018, SINGAPORE – To shift Asia's financial flows towards sustainable economic, social and environmental outcomes, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has announced the launch of the Asia Sustainable Finance Initiative (ASFI). Based in Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore readies first infra CLO
According to a banker familiar with the matter, several key project finance banks have transferred assets totalling slightly under US$500m into the pool to kick-start the CLO fund, which is denominated in US dollars. Monetary Authority of Singapore chief ... ( read original story ...)
OCBC Bank and StarHub make a move into coalition loyalty
OCBC Bank and StarHub have partnered up to jointly develop Singapore’s first loyalty alliance to allow Singaporean consumers loyalty rewards. Slated to launch this year, the Coalition Loyalty Programme is said to be the next step of the “We Economy ... ( read original story ...)
OCBC Bank and StarHub Launches Singapore’s First Cross Industry Loyalty Programme
OCBC Bank and StarHub are jointly developing Singapore’s first loyalty alliance so Singaporean consumers will be able to exchange, consolidate and redeem loyalty rewards – such as rewards points and air miles – earned from market-leading partners ... ( read original story ...)
Mahathir says to review Malaysia-Singapore stock market trading link, confirms central bank chief has quit
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Wednesday (June 6) his new government will study a project announced by the previous administration to form a new trading link between the stock markets of Singapore and Malaysia. The Monetary Authority of ... ( read original story ...)
Blue Orchard Heads for Singapore
Asset manager Blue Orchard is widening its presence in Asia, with a new office in Singapore. The Swiss firm is banking on a greater appetite from Asian investors for sustainable and impact investing. The Zurich-based specialist asset manager is adding to ... ( read original story ...)
Kuala Lumpur-Singapore high-speed rail may be revived if the price is right
Speaking to the media, the Malaysian Finance Minister said that the “Kuala Lumpur-Singapore high-speed rail can be “so much cheaper.” Minister Lim Guan Eng added that “if the financial architecture is done right, it doesn’t need to cost so much. ( read original story ...)
OCBC concludes media pitch
OCBC Bank Singapore has appointed Wavemaker as its media agency, effective 1 July 2018. The scope of work also covers OCBC Securities and Bank of Singapore, the bank brand’s dedicated private banking business. This will see the agency handling media ... ( read original story ...)
HSBC and ING execute successful blockchain transaction
The transaction involved a bulk shipment of soybeans from Argentina, through Cargill’s Geneva trading arm to Malaysia, through Cargill’s Singapore subsidiary as the purchaser. HSBC issued a letter of credit to ING using Corda. The two banks ... ( read original story ...)
Dining for two with UOB Cards: Where to go for fancy lunch sets under $100
Origin Grill & Bar, Lobby Level, Tower Wing, Shangri-La Hotel, 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore, 258350. And if that’s not enough, check out The Dining Advisor for over 60 UOB one-for-one deals and more! If you haven’t got the UOB Card, get in on these ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Asks Malaysia To Clarify Position On Stock Market Trading Link
SINGAPORE -- Singapore has asked Malaysia to clarify its position on the planned stock market trading link between Bursa Malaysia and Singapore Exchange. Replying to media queries, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said it had asked the Securities ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Savings Bonds Jul 2018 – Up to 3.41%pa Interest
Singapore Savings Bonds SSB Jul 2018 offers coupon yields of ... You can start applying for this month’s SSB through POSB/DBS, OCBC, UOB ATMs and internet banking platforms from 1 Jun 2018. Deadline for application: 26 Jun 2018 9pm Allotment results ... ( read original story ...)
10D New Zealand Road Trip Itinerary For All First-Timers
[50 Singapore Airlines Suites tickets up for grabs] Before you get started on your adventure in New Zealand, remember to make your bookings with your DBS/POSB Credit/Debit Card! Be it flight or hotel bookings (including at airbnb.com), your spending could ... ( read original story ...)
Braces in Singapore – How Much Dentists will Charge for Invisalign, Ceramic and Metal Braces
Almost half of those in Singapore with braces are adults ... We found one promotion with the POSB Everyday Card that gives a 3% cash rebate on local medical expenses including dental, clinic and hospitals. Note that T&Cs apply and you’ll need a POSB ... ( read original story ...)
(Post 29/week 22)Investment project updates:Posb invest saver,Moolahsense and Funding societies(First campaign experience)
I regretted a little for having missed the boat at last Friday where A35 was hanging around at 1.108 but nevertheless will still continue to wait out and see before putting in a lump sum Regular saving plan updates for Nikko AM Singapore STI ETF(G3B ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwanese man faces 6-years’ jail after cheating Singaporeans by mimicking as police officer
He collected money from seven Singapore nationals almost 13 times. All those victims were aged between 50 and 82. The usual process of this scam involved an unknown caller cheating victims, who would provide their DBS or POSB login credentials and the ... ( read original story ...)