SINGAPORE — Ken Kwek watched as investigations into Harvey Weinstein’s treatment of women in October 2017 ignited the #MeToo movement and led women across the globe to share their experiences of ... ( read original story ...)
ADB to open office in Singapore to support expansion of private sector operations
OSAKA: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is setting up an office in Singapore to support the expansion of the organisation’s private sector operations. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Life secures US$$90 mil investment from Sumitomo Life
SINGAPORE (July 1): Homegrown insurer Singapore Life has secured a US$90 million ($121.8 million) investment from Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, one of the largest life insurers in Japan. Under the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s IPO proceeds skyrocketed 182% to $1.55b in H1 2019
The growth was boosted by the two US REITs that accounted for 96% of total funds raised. Singapore’s H1 2019 initial public offering (IPO) capital market outperformed the same period in 2018 with nine ... ( read original story ...)
First Singapore Startup Says It Will Apply for Digital Banking License
Singapore cross-border payments startup Instarem is seeking partners in the lending business as it prepares to apply for a digital banking license in the city state. The Monetary Authority of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to allow virtual banks as part of a move to open up the market
Singapore's central bank plans to issue up to five digital bank licences to suitable applicants, in a move that could deliver the biggest shake-up in two decades in a market dominated by local banks. ... ( read original story ...)
UPDATE 1-Singapore private home prices unexpectedly rise to 5-yr high in Q2
SINGAPORE, July 1 (Reuters) - Singapore’s private home prices bounced to a five-year high in the second quarter after slipping in the prior two quarters in the face of property curbs, underlining the ... ( read original story ...)
Mobile column returns to NDP
A total of 171 military assets will trundle past the Padang at this year's National Day Parade (NDP) as the mobile column - a military vehicle drive-past to showcase Singapore's strength - makes its ... ( read original story ...)
15 Shares That Could Triumph Over the Singapore Stock Market in July 2019 and Beyond
If you are shopping around for stocks to buy in July, you should check out this article. Using our data provider, S&P Global Market Intelligence and the Magic Formula methodology popularised by Joel ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Plans $296 Million for Next-Gen Army Training Facility
Singapore will spend around S$400 million ($296 million) to build what it calls a next-generation smart training facility for its armed forces. The new training area, dubbed the Singapore Armed Forced ... ( read original story ...)
Property market ‘more sober’ after cooling measures; no need to shift gears significantly: MAS
SINGAPORE: Following the introduction of cooling measures last year, Singapore’s property market is now "more sober" with early signs of slower price increases and lower transaction volumes. This was ... ( read original story ...)
Due to high demand, 2 million more Singapore bicentennial S$20 notes to be issued
Singapore—Due to “strong public interest,” the Monetary ... At least 15 OCBC branches ran out of the new bills by lunchtime, and over half of POSB and DBS branches found themselves out of the ... ( read original story ...)
Why Your Financial Planning In Singapore Should Start With The Right Savings Account
For DBS/POSB customers, you can find out more about the insurance ... Risk averse investors can also opt to purchase Singapore Savings Bonds (SSBs), a risk-free investment option for investors looking ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore bans bottled water from Malaysia’s Malee Mineral Water after bacteria found
The import of all bottled drinking and mineral water from Malee Mineral Water has been banned after bacteria was detected in recent consignments. (Photo: Facebook / Malee Mineral Water Sdn Bhd) ... ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong Turmoil May Boost Singapore Business
The Chinese territory and the Southeast Asian city-state have long vied for the title of Asia’s top financial destination, attracting international business from around the world. SINGAPORE – Hong ... ( read original story ...)
What it’s like to ride in the Mobile Column at NDP
SINGAPORE: This year’s National Day Parade (NDP) will pay tribute to the first ever Mobile Column that took to the stage at the Padang 50 years ago in 1969. The Mobile Column - which shows off ... ( read original story ...)