Singapore • Review group’s measures to revitalise S’pore equities market not enough to drive permanent change: WP https://bit.ly/4bEzyYp • Firms rolling out physical gold-backed insurance in S’pore amid heightened interest https://bit.ly/4auuKn9 • FTA between S’pore, Paraguay comes into effect under deal on lower tariffs with South American bloc https://bit.ly/4auRZgY • Over 12,000 employers on …

Singapore ·       STI sets new records above 4,900, JPMorgan lifts 2026 target to 6,000 https://bit.ly/4q7wWG1 ·       The Singapore collector who rejected a $1.3m offer for Pokemon card https://bit.ly/46q6r7r ·       Man asks HDB to repossess flat so that ex-wife will get less money https://bit.ly/46nH3PG ·    …

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced that Singapore intends to join international efforts to enhance the capacity of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to help vulnerable member countries deal with economic shocks. MAS will seek Parliament’s approval at the Parliament Sitting on 3 February 2026.Subject to Parliament’s approval, Singapore will provide grants totalling Special Drawing Rights (SDR) 25.48 million (equiva…

Singapore ·       Singapore investor demand for gold hits record high in 2025 https://bit.ly/4q5KVMc ·       SGX RegCo proposes to broaden use of broker custody accounts by letting investors consolidate trades https://bit.ly/4qOUCQF ·       Tech sector may account for larger share of Singapore’s GDP growth in 2026: MAS https://bit.…

Singapore ·       Liquidity returns to Singapore market as rally spreads beyond blue chips https://bit.ly/4sZsICN ·       Major US semicon equipment firm opens first global office in S’pore to serve Asia customers https://bit.ly/4q3gtCq ·       EnterpriseSG to focus on helping S’pore firms seek new growth opportunities amid g…

Singapore ·       Liquidity returns to Singapore market as rally spreads beyond blue chips https://bit.ly/4sZsICN ·       Major US semicon equipment firm opens first global office in S’pore to serve Asia customers https://bit.ly/4q3gtCq ·       EnterpriseSG to focus on helping S’pore firms seek new growth opportunities amid g…

Singapore ·       Micron to invest $30.5 billion in Singapore to boost chip production, creating 1,600 jobs https://bit.ly/4a32l6x ·       HSBC to close Raffles Place branch as bank’s pivot to wealth management deepens https://bit.ly/4k2SHFv ·       Over 8,000 internships, industry attachments created to support fast-growing data c…

Singapore ·       More Singaporeans to receive matching government grants to boost retirement and healthcare savings https://bit.ly/3Z2Lmfr ·       Over 8,000 internships, industry attachments created to support fast-growing data centre capabilities https://bit.ly/45tDcAu ·       Singapore dollar hits highest against US dollar in over 11…

Singapore ·       Ultra-low telco prices may hurt service quality and security, says StarHub CEO https://bit.ly/4jUMjzS ·       Fight over $4m condo lands woman in jail for contempt of court in rare case https://bit.ly/4bPMhr0 ·       Shorter hospital stays, care closer to home for patients the way to go: IHH group CEO https://bit.ly/49X…

With rapid shifts driven by emerging technologies, the SG Digital Leadership Accelerator is nurturing the next wave of globally minded tech leaders shaping the nation’s digital future. In today’s digital economy, leadership is no longer defined solely by business performance—it is measured by the ability to nurture talent, inspire innovation and build ecosystems that thrive beyond the walls of any single company. Singapore is fa…

Singapore ·       GIC’s third-party agent pays $105,000 fine for short-sale violation in South Korea https://bit.ly/4t0z0ST ·       Derivatives still key to growth even as SGX sees strong prospects from cash equities https://bit.ly/3YRYvbe ·       Toku shares soar 14% above IPO price in SGX debut https://bit.ly/4r74zsi ·&nbs…

Singapore ·       Top 300 employers recognised in new Singapore Opportunity Index for helping their workers grow https://bit.ly/3NvzTCI ·       AutoWealth to offer digital portfolio service for CPF Investment Scheme https://bit.ly/45RMoyy ·       S’pore-based fintech firm 2C2P courts merchants entering South-east Asia https://bit.l…

Singapore ·       Budget 2026: Restaurant association seeks help with labour cost, to control excessive rent increases https://bit.ly/3Nw3PhS ·       Trump’s semiconductor tariffs to have minimal impact on Singapore for now: MTI https://bit.ly/45SCOvj ·       Meta Singapore chief eyes chat apps as next sales frontier https://bit.ly…

Singapore ·       Cuppage Terrace, next to The Centrepoint, up for sale with $250 million valuation https://bit.ly/45fte5E ·       Turning one-off visitors into repeat guests: Resorts World Sentosa’s CEO on reinventing its appeal https://bit.ly/4qt8ks2 ·       Can money still be made when the STI has hit record highs? https://…

As part of its ongoing growth strategy in Southeast Asia and commitment to the Philippines, Emirates will introduce four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Manila from 2 April. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Emirates’ flight EK330 will depart Dubai at 12:45hrs, arriving in Manila at 1:25hrs the next day. Emirates’ return flight EK331 will depart from Manila at 3:25hrs, arriving in Dubai at 8:25hrs. All times…

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has signed a commercial cooperation framework agreement with Air India that will build on existing partnerships between the two carriers. In a joint release on Jan 16, the two airlines said the latest agreement will allow them to improve connectivity between Singapore and India, providing “greater choices and benefits” for customers..... More https://bit.ly/4b2aGJL Via straitstimes.com

Singapore ·       UOL-CapitaLand consortium wins Hougang Central tender, CDL to launch new freehold luxury project https://bit.ly/3Zo9dGk ·       SIA, Air India ink pact for commercial cooperation https://bit.ly/4b2aGJL ·       SGX-listed ETFs log $2.4 billion in net inflows in 2025; funds invested at all-time high https://bit.ly/4jMjpSp…

Metasurface-based mirrors allow optical cavities to bend and trap light in new ways, improving sharpness and sensitivity. You have probably used a laser pointer, but have you ever wondered how such a small device produces a powerful, focused beam of light? The secret lies in the optical cavity, a space enclosed by two or more mirrors that trap light and amplify it through constructive interference. Inside, light waves bounce back and forth betwee…

General Secretary To Lam and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh attended the groundbreaking ceremony of Viet Nam’s first semiconductor chip manufacturing plant in Ha Noi on January 16. The project, launched by the military-run Viettel Group, marks a pivotal moment as Viet Nam plans to create its own semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Focus on mastering core technologies by 2030 Addressing the event, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh underscore…

Key reforms in trade facilitation, transportation and other sectors are in place to support sustained economic growth, Department of Finance Secretary Frederick Go said Friday. Speaking on the sidelines of the Economic Managers Forum in Taguig City, Go said some of the measures are the signing of the single window integrated trade facilitation platform or the National Single Window (NSW); and ensuring budget for the Comprehensive Automotive Resur…

Singtel Digital InfraCo’s patented orchestration platform, Paragon, has earned industry recognition for advancing multi-network and multi-cloud orchestration across edge, public and AI clouds in the region. Recent awards clinched underscore the platform’s role in enabling AI and mission-critical applications that require assured network quality of service, driving transformation across telcos and enterprises. Paragon, the industry&rsq…

Singapore ·       Retail investors pour into Singapore stocks in 2025, with net inflow of $2.6b: SGX https://bit.ly/3LNgrk7 ·       Co-living operator The Assembly Place seeks to raise $18.3m through SGX listing https://bit.ly/3NjNCfK ·       Govt close to finalising details of retirement investment option: Tan See Leng https://bit.ly/49…

Singapore ·       Govt close to finalising low-cost retirement investment scheme details: Tan See Leng https://bit.ly/4pEGUhM ·       HSBC considers selling Singapore insurance business: Sources https://bit.ly/4qO8hqv ·       MPA offers more LNG bunkering licences to address growing demand for cleaner marine fuels https://bit.ly/4qjzm4Z …

Singapore ·       Local Qualifying Salary for S’porean workers to be refined in upcoming Budget: Tan See Leng https://bit.ly/4qmganx ·       Hot, not necessarily expensive and far from boring: Marriott regional boss on S’pore tourism https://bit.ly/4pDrjiA ·       260 workers received $600,000 in salary relief after their fir…

  Singapore ·       Temasek, GIC returns are reasonable and within govt expectations: Jeffrey Siow https://bit.ly/4qNQXlv ·       Competition watchdog not yet notified of Clementi Mall sale, potential CapitaLand-Mapletree merger https://bit.ly/4aSibmo ·       Budget 2026: SBF, PwC list out 18 recommendations to strengthen Singapore …

Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun targets a consumer boom in India, pledging support for Thai giants including CP and SCG amidst a $20bn trade surge.   Thailand’s Minister of Commerce, Suphajee Suthumpun, has concluded a strategic summit with six of the kingdom's largest industrial conglomerates in Mumbai, signalling a major push to integrate Thai firms into India’s rapidly expanding supply chains..... More https://bit.ly…

Singapore ·       DBS and OCBC break new records, SGX rises amid volatility in Venezuela https://bit.ly/4qIEM9x ·       Gold, Bitcoin and REITs: What investors should consider for their portfolios in 2026 https://bit.ly/49pX0qR ·       MAS, SGX RegCo take steps to facilitate dual listings on SGX, Nasdaq https://bit.ly/4jAFByP ·&nb…

- Premium Economy to launch in 10 new cities and expand to additional flights in two existing destinations - Additional daily frequencies with next-gen A350 to Copenhagen, Phuket and Cape Town layer on more capacity and enhanced onboard experience ahead of peak travel demand Emirates will continue rolling out its retrofitted Boeing 777 and new A350 aircraft to key destinations across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa,…

  Singapore ·       Singapore has to accept risk of rogue actors to prosper as a wealth hub: Chee Hong Tat https://bit.ly/4sxKVas ·       Buyer caught in 99-1 property deal drops lawsuit against agent, ERA and law firm https://bit.ly/44Zc7or ·       Inside Singapore’s AI bootcamp to retrain 35,000 bankers https://bit.ly/44ZbgU…

Singapore ·       Singapore banks: DBS crosses $58 for the first time in record-breaking rally https://bit.ly/49oBv8n ·       S’pore interest rates could bottom out in second quarter of 2026: UOB https://bit.ly/498eTKw ·       Farmer, plumber, lift technician: More young people in Singapore drawn to skilled trades https://bit.ly/49…

Singapore ·       STI hits record high above 4,700 points, may reach 5,000 in 2026 https://bit.ly/3LhdUi4 ·       Singdollar could continue to strengthen against regional currencies in 2026: OCBC chief economist https://bit.ly/49n5KMX ·       DBS leads as Singapore investment banking fees hit 4-year high in 2025 amid M&A rebound http…

Singapore ·       Singapore retail sales up more than 6% in November 2025 https://bit.ly/4ppOvk2 ·       SGX rebrands equities business to SGX Stock Exchange as STI marks 60th anniversary https://bit.ly/4qDLRs7 ·       Singapore may not top its 2025 GDP surge, but can still defy blow from US tariffs in 2026 https://bit.ly/3YoONNi ·…

Singapore ·       How CPF changes from 2026 can give you more to spend in retirement https://bit.ly/49n5Vbh ·       Retirees should consider CPF LIFE first to avoid investing in unsuitable products https://bit.ly/4pmpPc6 ·       The Assembly Place gears up for Catalist IPO; Hong Kong’s CNE eyes secondary listing https://bit.ly/4pjm…

Singapore ·       Keppel prioritises asset monetisation and digitalisation for growth https://bit.ly/4qx0vBl ·       Mandarin Oriental to distribute One Causeway Bay sale proceeds in special dividend on Jan 22 https://bit.ly/4qCwa4s ·       How Miniso taps into the business of joy and emotional connections https://bit.ly/4phPcfi ·…

This year, Emirates moved 55.6 million customers, circled Earth 29,290 times on nearly 180,580 flights, and placed orders for 73 new aircraft. The airline celebrated its 40th year of operations in October, but the real story of 2025 goes beyond that anniversary milestone, as Emirates plots what the future of flying better really means. Whether you've been following Emirates all year or just tuning in now, here are the top 10 highlights that …

  Singapore ·       Singapore stocks end 2025 on high note, more upside expected in 2026 https://bit.ly/3YNo1y6 ·       Co-living operator The Assembly Place files preliminary prospectus for Catalist IPO https://bit.ly/3LnHkLm ·       Sembcorp unit wins investment licence to develop Vietnam-Singapore Industrial Park https://bit.ly/4…

Singapore ·       With RTS Link set to open by the end of 2026, will it be a win-win for S’pore and Malaysia? https://bit.ly/4qqfBZi ·       Meta to acquire Singapore-based AI start-up Manus, said to be for $2.56 billion https://bit.ly/49wdBcd ·       Unit of former Cathay Cineplexes operator mm2 Asia gets $18.9m payment demand fro…

Singapore ·       SGX renews courtship of Chinese companies, with focus on strong listings https://bit.ly/4jiLXTj ·       Marina Bay transformed: A new chapter in Singapore’s urban planning story https://bit.ly/49gjwB9 ·       PM Lawrence Wong to deliver Budget speech on Feb 12 https://bit.ly/45sZNgc ·    …

Singapore ·       Seatrium sees gains after resolving Maersk dispute; ‘Santa rally’ beckons on Wall Street https://bit.ly/3LikCUS ·       Strong job market, wealth gains to underpin Singapore retail spending in 2026: Economists https://bit.ly/4qoK0qN ·       More firms hushing up their ESG efforts, but Uniqlo is taking the le…

With effect from 19 June 2026, the Energy Market Authority (EMA) will institute more safeguards to protect the interest of residential consumers with automatic renewal (“auto-renewal”) electricity contracts. Currently, electricity retailers have the option to offer electricity contracts that will be automatically renewed upon expiry of the contracts. Such contracts are auto-renewed with pre-determined terms (including contract duratio…

Singapore ·       Singapore port ready for demand uptick should Red Sea routes reopen in 2026 https://bit.ly/4ss2vg6 ·       Has Singapore’s stablecoin surge peaked, or is 2026 just the start? https://bit.ly/4s86OwJ ·       Singapore F&B players see stronger festive demand, but retailers report uneven spending https://bit.ly/4p…

Singapore ·       Singapore core inflation stays at year’s high of 1.2% in November https://bit.ly/3YNjnjv ·       James Dyson reworks $21 billion family office empire with fund transfers to Singapore firm https://bit.ly/44JaUl3 ·       Seatrium says no change to Maersk vessel delivery after Trump halts US wind projects https://bit…

Singapore ·       Higher CPF monthly salary ceilings, CPF contribution rates and other changes from 2026 https://bit.ly/4s8UVqr ·       DBS, OCBC shares hit record highs, but UOB lags behind https://bit.ly/4aYS8Ka ·       ValueMax to defend claims of infringement by LV, says it doesn’t carry LV products currently https://bit.ly/4ao…

Singapore ·       Singtel-owned Optus criticised in review for failures in Australia’s fatal emergency call outage https://bit.ly/4qhn2SG ·       MOM extends part-time re-employment grant until December 2027 https://bit.ly/4jnSZ9L ·       Singapore bonds break from Treasuries as haven demand grows https://bit.ly/4p7yeQJ ·&nb…

Singapore ·       Economists raise their Singapore growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026: MAS survey https://bit.ly/4al7kkL ·       S’pore’s key exports set to exceed 2025 forecast, with 11.6% gain in November https://bit.ly/3YvO2Si ·       Quantum software firm in S’pore gets boost in real-world testing with its own quant…

Singapore ·       S’pore inventor wins High Court suit against rivals who passed off similar doors as his design https://bit.ly/3MNLIUa ·       Property tycoon Gordon Tang to acquire Suntec Reit manager https://bit.ly/4qfkcxr ·       CapitaLand, UOL consortium puts in top bid of $1.5b for Hougang Central mega mixed-use project http…

  Singapore ·       Young people saving more than older folk, UOB data shows https://bit.ly/4qfeOuj ·       Meet the man with the festive touch for Christmas Wonderland https://bit.ly/4qdputj ·       Soilbuild Construction proposes 4-to-1 stock split after shares soar 313% in 2025 https://bit.ly/4s4rSo0 ·   &nb…

Singapore ·       S’pore firms to keep pay rises steady at 3% to 6% in 2026; some plan smaller bonuses: HR firms https://bit.ly/4j0a35i ·       Singapore’s rise as world’s third-largest foreign exchange hub matters for its people https://bit.ly/44v9WbT ·       HK Land transfers stakes in MBFC Towers 1 and 2, One Raffle…