The benchmark STI provides yields of more than 5 per cent, which is higher than what most regional markets offer. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore reviewing how local, global banks check wealth flows
(Bloomberg) — Singapore’s regulator is working with banks to hash ... The work by the group wouldn’t be focused just on the wealth business, but cuts across the banking sector, the people said. Their ...
Malaysia says near Singapore deal for special economic zone
Malaysia said it’s near a deal with Singapore to develop Southeast Asia’s first cross-border special economic zone, which the countries hope will lure new investment and spur growth.
NSE’s loss, Singapore’s gain: Rupee volumes on SGX surge as FII leave in hordes
The market's fears about the impact of RBI's decision to restrict the use of exchange-traded currency derivatives for hedging appear to have come true. Investors are ditching NSE in favour of the ...
3 Singapore Dividend Stocks That Can Supply You with Dependable Retirement Income
If you are looking for a reliable source of dividend income, these three stocks could be the ones for you. The post 3 Singapore Dividend Stocks That Can Supply You with Dependable Retirement Income ...
Money laundering in Singapore up by almost 80% in 2023—Moody’s
SINGAPORE: Financial intelligence and analytics tool provider Moody’s said recently that money laundering events in... The post Money laundering in Singapore up by almost 80% in 2023—Moody’s appeared ...
Singapore stock benchmark heads for six-year high since June 2018 on earnings hopes
Singapore stocks are are set for a six-year high as investor optimism grows ahead of earnings season. The Straits Times Index is up 0.6% for the highest close since June 2018.
Singapore’s Temasek will back big polluters to curb emissions
Singapore’s Temasek Holdings Pte. will continue to invest in major polluters even as it seeks to slash portfolio emissions, aiming to push sectors like aviation to decarbonize faster.
Encouraging shareholder activism may help Singapore’s stock market
REVIEWS of shareholder activism are mixed, but in a market such as Singapore, more of such activity could be worth encouraging. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s revamped anti-money laundering measures frustrate wealthy Chinese enough to leave for Hong Kong
SINGAPORE: Hong Kong is drawing high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) from mainland China, a significant reversal from... The post Singapore’s revamped anti-money laundering measures frustrate wealthy Ch ...
Shanghai, Singapore deepen finance, digital economy cooperation
The 5th meeting of the Singapore-Shanghai Comprehensive Cooperation Council (SSCCC) was held in Shanghai on Tuesday, aiming to deepen cooperation between Singapore and Shanghai in various fields ...
While Singapore scrutinises, Hong Kong wins back wealthy Chinese
It's a shift from the pandemic years when Hong Kong's strict quarantine and political upheaval led many to flock to Singapore Hong Kong is winning back wealthy Chinese by rolling out the red carpet ...
With The Stock Down 14% Year, Will Strong Singapore Business Drive LVS Stock Higher Post Q2?
Las Vegas Sands is expected to publish its Q2 2024 results around mid-July. We expect revenues to come in around $2.85 billion, about 11% higher than last year and..
Singapore stocks rally in tandem with most regional markets; STI closes 0.6% higher
SINGAPORE - The Straits Times Index (STI), cued by record-high closings on Wall Street overnight, rose 21.62 points or 0.6 per cent to 3,426.09 on July 9. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed 0.1 per cent ...
DBS CEO says bank hunting for bolt-on deals, not game-changing ones
DBS Group is looking for bolt-on acquisitions that would support its geographic and business strategy but has ruled out making a major buy to save itself from distraction, Piyush Gupta, CEO of the ...
Singapore Says Yes to Edible Insects in Boost to Food Security
(Bloomberg) -- Certain types of grasshoppers, moths and crickets could be appearing on Singapore’s supermarket shelves and restaurant tables after the government approved the import of insects and ...