Banks in Singapore are embracing a new benchmark for derivatives transactions as the financial hub prepares to transition away from Libor by the end of September.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Olam picks London and Singapore for listing of food ingredients arm; first-half profit up 26.7%
SINGAPORE - Agri-food giant Olam International is seeking an initial public offering (IPO) of its food ingredients arm, Olam Food Ingredients (OFI), on the premium segment of the London Stock Exchange ... ( read original story ...)
Olam picks London for food ingredients IPO
Olam International has picked London for the initial public offering of its multibillion-pound food ingredients business, as the Singapore-based agricultural trading house looks to tap growing ... ( read original story ...)
Travel platform ixigo files for Rs 1,600-crore IPO
AI-based travel app ixigo is looking to raise Rs 750 crore in primary fundraise and Rs 850 crore via an offer for sale from existing investors as part of its initial public offering, according to the ... ( read original story ...)
DBS Bank Gets Greenlight From Singapore Regulator to Provide Crypto Services
The brokerage arm of Singapore’s DBS Bank has received approval “in principle” from the country’s financial regulator to begin offering crypto services to asset managers and companies. DBS Vickers ... ( read original story ...)
Ravi Thakran’s Turmeric Capital said to consider Singapore SPAC listing
Tumeric Capital, the Singapore-based PE firm led by former L Catterton Asia head Ravi Thakran, is reportedly exploring listing a SPAC in Singapore. ( read original story ...)
Professor-Turned-Entrepreneur Shi Xu Debuts On Singapore Rich List 2021 After Successful IPO
The 57-year-old joins the list for the first time with a net worth of $1.8 billion, following the IPO of his firm Nanofilm Technologies International. ( read original story ...)
8 Things That Business Owners Should Know About Singapore’s Economic Recovery in 2Q 2021
During that period in 2020, Singapore’s GDP had fallen 13.3%, which means we are still not yet fully recovered from the COVID-19 slowdown. Compared to our pre-pandemic level in 2Q 2019, GDP remains ... ( read original story ...)
A close look at Singapore’s thriving startup ecosystem
Singapore is home to fewer than six million people, making it one of the smallest ASEAN countries, in terms of population. It is a young country as well — having gained independence in 1963. ( read original story ...)
COMMENT: Singapore’s social divisions aren’t so clear cut
The role of foreigners in Singapore's economy has been scrutinised amid the pandemic, yet class anxieties may be the country's bigger pressure point. ( read original story ...)
Ex-L Catterton Asia Chief Thakran Said to Explore Singapore SPAC
Turmeric Capital, an investment firm led by former L Catterton Asia head Ravi Thakran, is exploring listing a special purpose acquisition company in Singapore, according to people with knowledge of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Raises 2021 GDP Estimate, Now Expects 6%-7% Growth
Singapore’s economy is set to expand at a faster clip than the government previously expected as the city-state shakes off an uptick in virus cases and looks to re-open more sectors through ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Upgrades 2021 GDP Outlook as Vaccinations Gain Pace
Singapore's bellwether economy expanded more than initially estimated in the second quarter and the government raised its forecast for 2021 as COVID-19 vaccinations progressed at home and in other key ... ( read original story ...)
A workshop on sustainable finance
Capital Market Development Council, Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), Insurance Commission (IC) and the Asian Development Bank ... ( read original story ...)
Temasek Plans Singapore’s Longest-Ever Bond With 50-Year Note
Singapore is poised for the longest-ever bond sale in its credit market as Temasek Holdings Pte markets a 50-year security, adding to a growing list of borrowers globally locking in financing costs ... ( read original story ...)
Fitch affirms Glenmark Pharmaceuticals at BB on IPO
Fitch Ratings has affirmed Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd long-term issuer default rating at BB after its active pharmaceutical ingredient API business comple ... ( read original story ...)