Some long-time investors swear by freehold properties, while others prefer resale homes, finding new launch prices too steep. And if you’ve spoken to a property agent, you’ve likely heard the pitch ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ranks as the 2nd leading source of global cross-border capital in 2024
Following Singapore, the top ten sources of cross-border capital from the Asia Pacific region are Hong Kong (fourth), Japan (eighth), and China (tenth) ...
Singapore Customs warns public against falling for SMS impersonation scam
SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Singapore Customs has warned the public against falling for an impersonation scam bearing the agency’s name. In a Facebook post on Sept 13, the agency said there has ...
Pope spotted using Hyundai Ioniq 5 during Singapore visit
Expectedly, the pontiff's locally-assembled transport was decked out in white, and had the Singapore and Vatican City flags flanking its bonnet.
Singapore Customs issues scam alert on ‘parcel clearance’ fraud SMS and phishing link
Singapore Customs would like to alert the public about a circulating Scam SMS. The SMS FALSELY claims to be from Singapore Customs by identifying itself as ‘S.G. Customs’. We do NOT use ‘SGCustoms’ ...
SMS impersonation scam alert: Singapore Customs warns the public about SMS from “S.G. Customs” sent out by scammers
For verification or concerns about SMS messages claiming to be from Singapore Customs, the public is advised to contact the agency directly at customs_feedback@customs.gov.sg. More information about ...
Singapore ride-hailing firm Ryde’s shares plunge over 80% on New York Stock Exchange
Singapore ride-hailing and carpooling company Ryde saw its share price plunge by more than 80 per cent in the past week, a development that market analysts described as concerning, though they added ...
Watch live: High spirits as Singapore’s Paralympians begin open-top bus parade
SINGAPORE: The overcast skies and threat of rain did not dampen spirits on Saturday (Sep 14) as Singapore's Paralympians began their bus parade. Leaving the OCBC Aquatics Centre at about 11.30am, the ...
Singapore Customs warns public against falling for impersonation SMS scam
The agency said it does not ask recipients for their details in messages in exchange for their goods. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore will ‘mop up’ much of financial business leaving HK
The Republic is poised for a stock market revival as Hong Kong takes a back seat. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore a key node in the fastest-growing cluster in Citi’s global portfolio, says bank exec
The cluster chief wants more Singaporeans to work in Citi’s overseas offices and return with richer insights. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore economy likely to grow at upper 2-3% range
Singapore's economy is likely to grow at the upper end of its 2- to 3-percent growth range, the managing director of the country's central bank said on Friday. In July, the Monetary Authority of ... ( read original story ...)
Even as wealth flows into S’pore, number of private homes bought by foreigners continues to shrink
But some market players are optimistic foreign capital will return to the luxury residential sector here. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Best Credit Card Promotions in Singapore (Sep 2024): Citibank, DBS, HSBC, UOB, and More
This September, sign up for a credit card and you could walk away with a Rolex Submariner Date 126610 (worth more than S$17,000), a brand‑new all‑electric Mercedes-Benz EQB, a GoPro (worth $590)...and ...
Sustainable finance, GenAI included in set of skills recommended for finance sector professionals
IBF, MAS will help workers build new skills in areas such as sustainability and digital economy. Read more at straitstimes.com.
WazirX Hack: Bleak Outlook if Singapore Moratorium is Rejected
WazirX faced a $230M hack and sought a Singapore court moratorium. If denied, restructuring delays could leave users in prolonged uncertainty.