University of Nottingham Asia Research Institute Malaysia Honorary Research Associate Bridget Welsh believes the focus of the 2020 Singapore general elections will be about Covid-19 and the economy. ( read original story ...)
With Hong Kong’s Future as a Finance Hub Unclear, Singapore Is on the Rise
As Hong Kong remains shrouded in uncertainty, Singapore appears to be gaining prominence as an alternative for the business world. ( read original story ...)
DBS, Neo & Partners Global, win awards for use of financial information and technology
DBS Bank and homegrown finance and technology firm Neo & Partners Global clinched awards at the WatersTechnology Asia Awards 2020 on Thursday (July 9).. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Stocks Seen Helped by Election as Diversity Increases
(Bloomberg) -- Another mandate for Singapore’s ruling party -- along with the opposition winning its most seats ever -- will boost the city-state’s equities, according to analysts.Prime Minister Lee H ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Version of a Political Shock Upends the Old Playbook
Most political parties around the world would be thrilled to win 89% of seats in an election. Not in Singapore. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s ruling PAP faces succession dilemma
"Singaporeans want the PAP to form the government but they, and especially the younger voters, also want to see more opposition presence in parliament." Stability and predictability define Singapore's ... ( read original story ...)
Import Collapse Turns Into a Boon for Philippines’ Currency
One consequence of the Philippines’ struggling economy is turning into a boon for its currency.A collapse in imports has had a positive effect on the nation’s trade deficit, leading to lower demand ... ( read original story ...)
Gland Pharma files IPO papers with Sebi, likely to raise Rs 6,000-7,000 crore
The IPO comprises a fresh issue of up to Rs 1,250 crore and an offer for sale of up to 3,48,63,635 equity shares by promoters. ( read original story ...)
Reliance closes deal with four investors, gets Rs 30,062 crore
Now, Interstellar Platform Holdings Pte Lte of L Catterton has paid Rs 1,894.50 crore for a 0.39 per cent stake in Jio Platforms. ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, an Orderly Election and a (Somewhat) Surprising Result
The People’s Action Party, which has never been out of power, won yet again, but by a narrower margin than usual. The opposition had sought to deny it “a blank check.” ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s ruling party dominates election but opposition makes historic gains
Prime minister Lee Hsien Loong retains overwhelming majority as popular vote slips amid coronavirus pandemic ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ruling party holds on to supermajority, but with historic losses
Results from the election held amid rising coronavirus cases reflect a growing desire in the city-state for a plurality of voices in the legislature. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s ruling party PAP cedes ground to opposition in pandemic election
The PAP secured 83 out of 93 seats in parliament. But the main opposition Workers' Party won the other 10, the most ever held by opposition lawmakers, while the PAP's popular vote fell to 61%, down ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ruling party’s support slips in pandemic poll
Singapore's long-ruling party retained power Saturday but its support fell sharply, while the opposition made gains, in a general election held under the shadow of a coronavirus outbreak. The affluent ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ruling PAP party wins elections, but support falls
Singapore has been one of the worst hit countries in the Asia-Pacific region, with more than 45,000 cases. As large scale gatherings and events are deemed a high risk during the pandemic, only a few ... ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, an Orderly Election and a (Mostly) Predictable Result
The People’s Action Party, which has never been out of power, won yet again, but by a narrower margin than usual. The opposition sought to deny it “a blank check.” ... ( read original story ...)