BESIDES defining success by how much money a person has, other forms of achievement should be recognised too, such as one’s contributions to society. This would in turn help to improve social mobility ...
‘Great prospects’ for Singapore and Shanghai to draw closer: SM Lee, Shanghai CPC chief
SHANGHAI] Singapore and China’s financial capital Shanghai can draw closer with many more possibilities for collaboration, Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Shanghai party chief Chen Jining said on ...
Banks in Singapore can withstand multiple shocks: MAS
MAS's survey also showed that Singapore’s financial institutions are most worried about uncertainty in the macroeconomic environment, especially a slowdown in growth and a resurgence in inflation.
Singapore stocks rise on optimism over rebound in real incomes and easing inflation; STI up 0.8%
SINGAPORE stocks ended higher on Thursday (Nov 28) after the Republic reported a rebound in real incomes for 2024, according to preliminary estimates, as inflation eased. Read more at The Business ...
Speakers and panellists to address economic and investment outlook for 2025 at DBS event on Dec 4
THE DBS Market Outlook 2025 will take place on Wednesday (Dec 4), with attendees expected to gain insights on the economic and investment outlook for next year, and learn how to take advantage of ...
Singapore banks well-positioned to manage challenges: MAS
The banking system has strong capital and liquidity buffers, the central bank said. Singapore’s banking system is well-positioned to manage challenges to its macro financial outlook, according to the ...
Singapore, Thailand to work together on carbon credits, food security: PM Wong
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong also announced that Singapore will host Thai civil servants on scholarships to study in some master’s programmes at universities here.
Amazon invests over S$2 billion in Singapore, creating over 10,000 jobs in 2023
Amazon invested over S$2 billion in Singapore in 2023, creating more than 10,000 indirect jobs. The investment spans retail and cloud services, supporting businesses and digital transformation.
Singapore remains a strong contender for Asia Pacific real estate investment in 2025
The report reveals that Singapore ranks just behind Tokyo, Osaka, and Sydney on the City Investment Prospects list.
Can SGX afford to wait up to a year for reforms?
Even as SGX RegCo works on improving when and how it queries companies, the net can perhaps be cast wider to address friction in other areas ...
DBS and JFC Open Doors to Asian Markets for Japanese SMEs
DBS and Japan Finance Corporation (JFC), a government-owned financial institution, have signed a MoU to help Japanese SMEs expand into Asia.
Singapore’s financial system can weather geopolitical uncertainties: MAS
A review by the central bank has shown that Singapore's financial system is able to weather heightened geopolitical uncertainties in the year ahead. The Monetary Authority of Singapore looked at how ...
8 Best Personal Loans in Singapore with Lowest Interest Rates (Nov – Dec 2024)
If you’re in urgent need of money, but are too paiseh to borrow from your family and friends, your best bet is probably a personal loan. With a personal loan, you borrow cash from a bank or financial ...
CICT’s Tony Tan on Singapore’s office and retail future
This interview is an extract from senior correspondent Leslie Yee’s PropertyBT Podcast. The transcript has been edited for length and clarity. Read more at The Business Times.
Barclays to Set Up a New Private Banking Booking Center in Singapore
Barclays PLC BCS intends to establish a new Private Banking booking center in Singapore, expanding its presence in the Asian region. The center is anticipated to be operational by 2026 to serve the ...
Donald Trump’s win may be good news for Singapore, but bad news for Hong Kong—report
SINGAPORE: Not everyone was pleased when Donald Trump was re-elected President of the United States earlier this month, but it may be good news for Singapore even as it could mark the opposite for ...