CMC Markets has merged its CMC Invest legal entity into its main Singapore operation, restructuring its local business ahead of a planned multi-asset platform ...
S’pore tough on financial crime but some improvements needed: Global financial watchdog report
A FATF report acknowledges Singapore's successes in combating financial crime but identifies areas for improvement in tackling money laundering and terrorist financing. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore was effective in tackling financial crime including money laundering: Report
SINGAPORE - The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) found Singapore to have a competent and coordinated regime to tackle financial crime challenges in a report released on May 6. The 40-member global ...
Singapore, Dubai, And The New Symbol Of Global Prosperity: Panama City
Singapore, Dubai, and Panama City are geographically privileged hubs for transportation, banking, and commerce. Yet only one city offers true accessibility for the average expat and investor.
Best fixed deposit rates in Singapore (May 2026)—minimum deposits from $500, rates up to 1.55%
If you think that fixed deposits are only for conservative cash-rich aunties and uncles, think again. A fixed deposit (also known as a time deposit) account is a type of bank account that pays account ...
Centurion Accommodation REIT’s 1QFY2026 NPI of $37.5 mil outperforms IPO forecast by 2.4%
Centurion Accommodation REIT (CAREIT) has reported gross revenue of $52.5 million for the 1QFY2026 ended March 31, 2.7% higher than forecasted in its initial public offering (IPO) prospectus. The REIT ...
The Singapore equities market is buzzing. Market players are hoping it can last
There are more enquiries on local equities, as well as a growing calendar of investment events Read more at The Business Times.
MAS partners banking industry to tap AI, machine learning to combat financial crime
SINGAPORE] The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) on Monday (May 4) said it will harness artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to combat financial crime. To enhance scam-detection ...
Singapore’s young investors cut their teeth on stock market competitions
The draw includes prize money, internships, mentorship and sharper investment skills. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
More young people in Singapore buying private properties, some for investment
Between 2024 and 2025, DBS reported a 40% jump in home loans taken by borrowers under 35 years old. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s safe-haven status draws more Chinese capital into property sector
Mainland firms’ investments in Singapore fixed assets zoomed to 21 per cent of the total in 2025 from 2.5 per cent a year earlier.
About 30 Singapore firms to attend major US investment summit this month
Around 30 Singapore firms will attend a major US investment summit this month, marking the country's largest contingent in recent years. Businesses across sectors — from health tech to communications ...
Philippines and Singapore sign new carbon deal to boost emission cuts in major climate investment
The Philippines and Singapore have signed a new deal in major climate assessments. Both countries on Thursday signed a carbon-trading deal that allows them to share emissions reductions, ...
Philippines, Singapore sign carbon trading deal to boost emission cuts, climate investment
MANILA, May 1 (Reuters) - The Philippines and Singapore on Thursday signed a carbon-trading deal that allows them to share emissions reductions, an agreement which Manila said is expected to lead to ...
SGX-Nasdaq dual-listing bridge to debut in mid-2026; resulting IPOs could tap EQDP funds
The changes to the Securities and Futures Act could pave the way for more tie ups between SGX and other exchanges Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore’s DBS keeps 2026 outlook largely unchanged, Q1 profit beats forecasts
By Rae Wee and Yantoultra Ngui SINGAPORE, April 30 (Reuters) - DBS Group kept its 2026 outlook largely unchanged, with rate headwinds to income expected to be largely mitigated after Singapore's ...