JOB cuts by social media giant Meta have hit Singapore, according to public posts on professional networking platform LinkedIn and sources who spoke to The Straits Times (ST). Read more at The ...
Singapore key exports eke out 0.2% growth in 2024, with 2025 forecast clouded by Trump tariffs
Enterprise Singapore in its trade review report released on Feb 14 kept its 2025 forecast for growth in non-oil domestic exports (Nodx) at 1 per cent to 3 per cent, saying the external outlook remains ...
S’pore key exports eke out 0.2% growth in 2024, with 2025 forecast clouded by Trump tariffs
Though Singapore is expected to avoid direct tariffs from the US, it is vulnerable if major trading partners are affected: Analysts Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore to set up new entity governing national payment schemes
The entity will work with MAS to develop Singapore’s national payments strategy, aiming to offer secure payments infrastructure.
Mastercard Tokenizes 30% of Transactions in 2024, Acknowledges Crypto’s Disruptive Potential
Mastercard has reported that 30% of its transactions in 2024 were tokenized, recognizing stablecoins ability to disrupt financial services.
China lifestyle brands are landing in Singapore: Should incumbents be worried?
Premium Chinese brands entering Singapore often favour retail spaces in prime locations such as Orchard Road, Marina Bay Sands, and other upscale malls which offer high footfall, visibility and brand ...
Life insurance sales in Singapore up nearly 20% to $5.9b in 2024 after drop in 2023
The sale of investment-linked plans jumped 41% amid economic uncertainty and higher interest rates. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Life insurance sales in Singapore up nearly 20% to $5.9 billion in 2024
Sale of investment-linked plans jumped 41 per cent amid economic uncertainty and higher interest rates. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s SMEs missing out on S$800m annually due to idle cash
Over 2 in 5 keep their cash idle in deposits and bank accounts. Singapore’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are estimated to be missing out S$800m annually by keeping cash idle in low-yield bank ...
Singapore shares open lower on Thursday; STI down 0.1%
SINGAPORE equities began Thursday (Feb 13) in negative territory, following mixed performance overnight in the US and Europe. Read more at The Business Times.
Woelly William Shares Top Financial Management Strategies for Singapore’s Growing Businesses
In Singapore's fast-moving business world, managing money well is key for long-lasting growth. Woelly William a well-respected accountant in Singapore has helped many companies stay financially ...
Singapore companies see decline in anti-corruption disclosures, but matches Asean average: NUS Business School study
When it came to their disclosures on complying with relevant laws and their disclosures on their commitment to protecting whistleblowers against reprisal, Singapore companies scored 100% on both ...
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Crypto.com Can Now Expand Services to All European Economic Area Member States
Crypto.com has officially expanded its services to all European Economic Area (EEA) member states after receiving a MiCA license.
Singapore-listed firm to raise US$100mln after agreements to set up a casino and bank in Timor-Leste
Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments Ltd, a company listed on an alternative board of the Singapore Exchange, says it has signed two cooperation agreements with Timor-Leste government officials, to ...
Only 5 SGX-listed companies made it to a list of 100 fastest growing firms in Singapore
THERE are only five Singapore Exchange (SGX)-listed companies on a list of 100 fastest-growing firms based in Singapore and they hail from a diverse range of sectors, a recent study by The Straits ...