Analysts expect further action by the Monetary Authority of Singapore at its semi-annual policy meeting in April. ( read original story ...)
Singapore tightens in surprise move
Singapore has unexpectedly tightened monetary policy to join the global fight against accelerating inflation, sending its currency to the strongest since October last year. The Monetary Authority of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to pump $12.4 billion in Indonesia’s green economy, logistics port hub
The two countries also hope to enhance their cooperation in the provision of low-carbon energy. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore: A NTU scientist is accused of sending message proposing cash offer to 12-year-old girls for sex
A scientist from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) was hauled to a Singapore district court on Tuesday (Jan 25) after he allegedly sent a message to a foreign mobile phone number telling the ... ( read original story ...)
5,996 new COVID-19 cases, 2 deaths reported in Singapore
SINGAPORE: Singapore reported 5,996 new COVID-19 cases as of noon on Tuesday (Jan 25), comprising 5,578 local and 418 imported infections. The infections include t ... ( read original story ...)
66% of 5,992 new COVID cases in Singapore detected via ART
Of the new cases, 5,578 cases are local, comprising 1,662 detected by PCR tests while 3,916 were detected by ART. ( read original story ...)
Wealth tax Singapore: How it could affect the property market
What is a wealth tax, and what will it look like if implemented in Singapore? A look at wealth tax pros and cons and possible effects on our property market. ( read original story ...)
Singapore: Inflation accelerated in December – UOB
Barnabas Gan, Economist at UOB Group, reviews the latest inflation figures in Singapore. Key Takeaways “Singapore’s consumer prices rose at its fastest rate since Feb 2013 at ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to pump US$12.4 billion in Indonesia’s green economy, logistics port hub
Singapore will be investing US$9.2 billion (S$12.4 billion) to support green investment and build a logistics port hub in Indonesia, President Joko Widodo said on Tuesday (Jan 25). ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Colombia sign MOU to boost trade, energy and tech collaboration
Colombia was Singapore's sixth largest trading partner in Latin America and the Caribbean last year. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Asia’s leading HR technology platform Darwinbox raises $72 Million funding led by Technology Crossover Ventures (TCV) at $1B valuation
Darwinbox Asia fastest-growing HR tech platform marks another milestone with a 72MN funding round led by Technology Crossover Ventures TCV along with par ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore firms enjoy more IPO options now, say experts
SINGAPORE -Singapore companies pursuing initial public offerings (IPOs) now have more options on where to go public. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore to Tighten Further With More FX Action Seen in April
Singapore’s central bank isn’t done yet, with economists predicting further tightening at its next scheduled meeting after a surprise move Tuesday to blunt rising inflation risks.Most Read from ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 5-In surprise move, Singapore tightens monetary policy on inflation risks
Singapore's central bank tightened its monetary policy settings on Tuesday in its first out-of-cycle move in seven years, as global supply constraints and brisk economic demand elevate inflation ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia, Singapore sign extradition, airspace and defence agreements
Indonesia and Singapore signed on Tuesday a bilateral extradition agreement, a move that Jakarta expects to help authorities in their effort to bring to justice people accused of stashing offshore ... ( read original story ...)
Recent SMS phishing scams in S’pore shed light on digital bank security – what more can be done?
She clicked an SMS that she thought was from her bank. It brought her to a link that looked like the bank’s internet banking login page. After the bank user keyed in her authentication code, hackers ... ( read original story ...)