Demand for housing in Singapore is driven by foreign professionals, students, and singles. Citing data from the Ministry of Education and Immigration and Checkpoints Authority, CBRE reported that the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore new private home sales plunge again due to lack of supply
SINGAPORE: A brief recovery in Singapore new home-sales ran out of steam as transactions fell to its lowest level since February.Sales of new private homes dropped to 208 in August, more than halving ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore private home sales plummet to 16-year low in August
Singapore’s private home sales dropped to a 16-year low in August, reflecting weak buyer sentiment, although new launches and anticipated interest rate cuts are expected to drive demand in the coming ... ( read original story ...)
India’s mortgage IPO builds on many riches
Is India's equities rally built to last? Shares of Bajaj Housing Finance surged 125% on their first day of trading in Mumbai on Monday , handing the mortgage lender a nearly $16 billion market ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ready to make ‘bold changes’ to revive stock market
Singapore is prepared to make “bold changes” to regulatory structures in an attempt to revive its languishing stock market, according to its Second Minister for Finance. ( read original story ...)
Why Some Old 99-Year Condos Can Still Be Worth Investing In: Here’s The Math
Some long-time investors swear by freehold properties, while others prefer resale homes, finding new launch prices too steep. And if you’ve spoken to a property agent, you’ve likely heard the pitch ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore economy likely to grow at upper 2-3% range
Singapore's economy is likely to grow at the upper end of its 2- to 3-percent growth range, the managing director of the country's central bank said on Friday. In July, the Monetary Authority of ... ( read original story ...)
Even as wealth flows into S’pore, number of private homes bought by foreigners continues to shrink
But some market players are optimistic foreign capital will return to the luxury residential sector here. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Economists Upgrade Singapore 2024 Growth Forecast, Central Bank Survey Shows
The median forecast of 21 economists surveyed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is for the economy to grow 2.6% this year, up from a forecast of 2.4% in surveys done in March and June. They ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore property market listed as one of the world’s most transparent
Real estate transparency reflects the level of accountability, governance quality, and openness of a market, particularly its private real estate sector ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore shares open higher on Wednesday; STI up 0.4%
SINGAPORE shares began Wednesday (Sep 11) trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in Wall Street. Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s record setting US$24 million office sale on Orchard Road signals investor interest
The purchase of the sixth story of the Tong Building, highlights investor interest in the city’s commercial property market despite economic headwinds. ( read original story ...)
Singapore VC firm raises start-up debt fund amid depressed valuations
The Singapore-based firm raised US$125 million (S$163 million) for the fund to finance young companies across South-east Asia, securing new investors including Japan’s Mizuho Bank and Israel’s ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore high-roller told to pay Australian casino RM113m after playing baccarat and leaving without paying
Singaporean Dr Wong Yew Choy has reportedly been ordered by an Australian court to repay A$38.7 million (RM112.8 million) to The Star Gold ... ( read original story ...)
Former Redhill Close Sers site could yield about 2,000 new flats: Property analysts
Alternatively, more than 2,600 condo units can fit on the former Singapore Improvement Trust housing site. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Ashurst Advises on 49% Stake in Singapore’s Elementum
Global law firm Ashurst advised the buyer of a 49% stake in Elementum from Singapore property developer Ho Bee Land, based on an agreed property value ... ( read original story ...)