The Singapore and Sydney dual-listed firm is controlled by real estate tycoon Simon Cheong. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Analyzing Foreign Investor Trends in Singapore’s Condo Market
Singapore’s condominium market has long been a magnet for foreign investors, thanks to the city-state’s political stability, robust legal framework, and strategic location in Asia. Despite property ... ( read original story ...)
Business sentiment among Singapore property players improves in Q3 on rate declines
Business sentiment amongst property players in Singapore further improved in Q3, driven by declining interest rates and expectations of better economic performance. Data from the National University ... ( read original story ...)
APAC Realty’s CEO Marcus Chu: ‘The property industry still needs agents’
Agents have the experience and expertise, including in navigating housing policies, cooling measures, fees such as stamp duties, and much more ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to remain a top real estate investment prospect in Asia Pacific 2025
Singapore is expected to remain one of the top investment prospects for real estate in the Asia Pacific in 2025, according to a joint report by PwC and the Urba ... ( read original story ...)
MAS highlights resilience of Singapore households despite global uncertainties
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) notes strong household financial health, underpinned by easing mortgage rates and income stability. The regulator, in its Financial Stability Review 2024, ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore households should remain prudent amid global risks: MAS
Households have strong financial buffers but should be careful given the heightened geopolitical uncertainties and trade tensions, MAS said in its annual financial stability review. ( read original story ...)
Financial institutions, companies in Singapore have enough buffer to weather shocks: MAS
COMPANIES and financial institutions in Singapore have enough buffers to manage shocks to their incomes and financing costs as their strong balance sheets can help them cope with higher borrowing ... ( read original story ...)
Hotel developer seeks $6m from Killiney Road condo owners for encroachment into its property
The alleged encroachment involved a strip of concrete backfill measuring 10 to 20 cm wide along a 35-meter stretch. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Barclays to add Singapore as private bank booking centre by 2026
SINGAPORE – Barclays plans to add Singapore as its second booking centre for its private bank operations in Asia Pacific, marking a full return to the wealth hub. Rich clients will be able to park ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Gulf Bank Eyes $50 Million Acquisition of Stablecoin Payments Company
Singapore Gulf Bank is set to acquire a stablecoin payments firm in 2025, aiming to raise $50 million by selling 10% of its equity. ( read original story ...)
Is PSF Still Relevant In The Singapore Property Market? Why Price Per Square Foot Could Be Misleading in 2024
Price Per Square Foot (PSF) is a time-honoured way of comparing prices in the property market; but along the way, it became far too intertwined with notions of value. It’s just an easy, intuitive way ... ( read original story ...)
Unlock Savings and Financial Flexibility: A Guide to Housing Loan Refinancing in Singapore
Refinancing a housing loan in Singapore can help homeowners save money and improve their financial situation. Many people choose to refinance their mortgages when interest rates drop or their ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore property rental scams have cost victims over $2.7 million in 2024
From January to October 2024, there were over 430 reported cases of fraud where scammers impersonated agents registered with the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA). ( read original story ...)
CapitaLand Warns of China Losses as Singapore Property Investor Cuts Exposure
CapitaLand Investment Ltd., one of Asia’s largest property investment managers, warned of potential losses as it seeks to extricate itself from China’s real estate crisis. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s residential market expects boost in sales, prices in Q4
Strong demand for newly launched residential projects in Singapore may boost primary sales and overall property prices in the fourth quarter. ( read original story ...)