Wong is currently managing director and head of energy, renewables and infrastructure in DBS's institutional banking group and has served in the Energy Market Authority of Singapore.
Singapore tightens monetary policy as Iran war fuels inflation risks
By Xinghui Kok and Jun Yuan Yong SINGAPORE, April 14 (Reuters) - Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings on Tuesday, flagging the risk that an Iran war-fuelled energy shock ...
Singapore economy grew 4.6% in first quarter of 2026, below forecast with Iran war set to hit growth
Singapore's economy grew 4.6% in Q1 2026, missing forecasts, with the Iran war set to dampen future growth. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore central bank tightens monetary policy as Iran war stokes price risks
By Xinghui Kok and Jun Yuan Yong SINGAPORE, April 14 (Reuters) - Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings on Tuesday, flagging the risk that an Iran war-fuelled energy shock ...
Singapore Leads Asia in Tightening Policy on Oil-Price Shock
Singapore tightened its monetary policy settings in a widely expected move, becoming the first in Asia to respond to rising inflation risks stemming from a surge in energy prices linked to the Middle ...
Singapore central bank tightens monetary policy, as expected
SINGAPORE, April 14 (Reuters) - Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings on Tuesday, in line with what most analysts polled L6N40P00M by Reuters had expected, as it forecast ...
CNA Explains: How electricity prices are calculated in Singapore
The tariff adjustment is based on a rolling three-month average, which means recent fuel price surges take time to feed through to household bills.
Singapore Interbank Rate Drops Toward Four-Year Low on Haven Bid
Singapore’s interbank rates are approaching four-year lows as haven demand due to the Iran war boosts inflows into the nation’s AAA rated assets.
Can Kin Productions’ IPO hit the right pitch in Singapore’s event tourism boom?
Its move into arts and culture reflects a broader strategic shift that began in 2024 when it established a design-and-build services unit Read more at The Business Times.
Banking in style: OCBC Hong Kong blends finance and lifestyle
You have arrived at OCBC Hong Kong’s new branch in Central. In an era when banking is increasingly conducted on smartphones and laptops, physical branches might feel like relics of the past. Yet for ...
How to start your own home-based business in Singapore (2026 guide)
Most Singaporeans assume you need a shopfront, a $100,000 renovation budget, and maybe a prompt to ChatGPT on strategies and how to launch a business. Voila! You are now a business owner. But ...
US-Iran war: Why is Singapore stock market among the least affected by Middle East crisis?
While global markets falter due to geopolitical tensions, Singapore's stock market remains resilient, driven by robust economic growth. The Singapore dollar has also outperformed several Southeast ...
Longbridge Securities Wins at the SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2026
Longbridge Securities Singapore announced that it has won the "AI-Brokerage" award at the 2026 SBR Technology Excellence Awards. This award underscores Longbridge Securities' strategic direction of ...
Singapore Airlines S$50 Off Return Flights with DBS/POSB Cards (14-20 Apr 2026)
From 14 Apr 2026, 1000hrs (SGT), DBS and POSB Credit or Debit Cardholders can unlock S$50 off per passenger on eligible Singapore Airlines return bookings by applying promo code DBS50OFF . This ...
Singapore may tighten policy as oil shock lifts prices
Singapore’s central bank is poised to tighten policy, potentially becoming one of the first in Asia to adjust settings following the Middle East conflict. | World News ...
AI investment boom leaves some Singapore family offices on the sidelines
Many want to prioritise the technology, but lack the access and know-how to turn interest into results. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.