"But the point I'm making to our European friends, business and political leaders is if businesses decide to leave London, they're not going to move to Paris, Madrid or Frankfurt, they'll be going to Hong Kong, Singapore, or New York. So 'hard Brexit' is a ... ( read original story ...)
'Singapore most favoured destination to invest for Indian cos'
Indian firms pumped in USD 2.06 billion in Singapore in December ... USD 1.19 billion were through issuance of guarantee by Indian companies in their overseas business holdings. While USD 481.76 million came in the form of loan, USD 812.91 million of ... ( read original story ...)
Bumper business
Rental company Avis, which does about five times more business during this period, said all its 300 short-term rental vehicles have been booked for the festive season. Those still planning to rent a car to ferry their families around during the festive ... ( read original story ...)
At some Singapore suburban malls, retailers confront the sound of silence
while consolidating loss-making and unprofitable outlets within Singapore. This thus reinforces the appeal of malls with a central marketing team.” An owner at one of the newly-launched strata-titled malls said she ended up running a food business ... ( read original story ...)
Vacant jobs in Singapore down 7%
"We're hearing from candidates and employers on the ground that Singapore is becoming a less attractive place to do business because of the quota system", said Holliday. Meanwhile, the new quota system is not the only challenge Singapore's employment ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore 2G switchoff highlights digital divide
Singapore (AFP) - When Singapore pulls the plug on its 2G mobile phone network this year, thousands of people could be stuck without a signal -- digital have-nots left behind by the relentless march of technology. From technophobic pensioners to cash ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore willing to lift road charge when Malaysia imposes toll at Thai border
Singapore will lift its Reciprocal Road Charge of S$6.40 (RM20), which will start from Feb 15, once Malaysia imposes its Road Charge (RC) at the Thai border. The matter was conveyed to Malaysian High Commissioner to Singapore Datuk Ilango Karuppannan by ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore: Fundamental difference between VEP and Malaysia's Road Charge
PETALING JAYA: Singapore says there are "fundamental differences" between its Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) and Malaysia's Road Charge (RC), hence it has "no choice but to respond with the Reciprocal Road Charge (RRC). In a post on the Singaporean government ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore will have to ‘wait to see’ Trump’s policies and adapt: Shanmugam
SINGAPORE: Singapore will have to adopt a wait and see approach when it comes to the trade policies under the new US administration and adapt accordingly, said Home Affairs and Law Minister K Shanmugam on Saturday (Jan 21). While Singapore believes that ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore stocks end up 0.1 percent
But sentiment in the market remained cautious after U.S ... investment guru George Soros that the euphoria among stock investors since Trump’s victory will end as uncertainty takes over. Singapore’s benchmark Straits Times Index inched up 2.86 points ... ( read original story ...)
5 Tips for Expats Moving or Travelling To Singapore with Pets
Fortunately, it is possible to take your pet with you wherever you are going. If you happen to be travelling to or from Singapore, there are several points that you must keep in mind regarding taking your pet with you. Here are some of the things that you ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore economy on steady, stable path, says PM Lee
SINGAPORE: The Singaporean economy as a whole is on a steady path and at a stable level, said Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Fri (Jan 20) at a forum jointly organised by the EDB Society and the Straits Times. Responding to questions on Singapore’s ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese New Year Reunion Dinners in Singapore, 2017: Standard Chartered Card Privileges at Restaurants and Hotels in Town
Pull out all the stops this Chinese New Year and wow your family by treating them to a hearty feast from one of these top restos Wining and dining with your loved ones this festive season doesn’t have to be hard on the wallet with Standard Chartered Cards. ( read original story ...)
OCBC: Babies and teenage boys get more hongbao money
Infants of both genders received about $990, but the gap widened as they got older, said OCBC Bank. Boys aged 10 to 12 years old received about $274 more than their female counterparts. National University of Singapore sociologist Tan Ern Ser said gender ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines Business Class A380: SQ Part 3
Time for some serious luxury: Business Class on Singapore Airlines A380. So how good is it? Watch this review to find out. This flight review video is Episode 3 of my series The 4 Classes of Singapore Airlines. Check them all out by clicking on my channel ... ( read original story ...)
Daily Briefing: Ex-Traders in Singapore Guilty of Cheating Deutsche Bank, HSBC; Hong Kong housing curbs may give Singapore property some relief
And here's everything you need to know in investing stocks in Singapore. Two former currency traders from Deutsche Bank AG and HSBC Holdings Plc were convicted of cheating the banks by making false trades. Former HSBC senior dealer Ivan Chng and ex ... ( read original story ...)