Emirates has unveiled its highly acclaimed Premium Economy Cabin on flights EK376/377 between Dubai and Bangkok, operated by its newly retrofitted A380 aircraft. The latest product introduction reaffirms the airline’s ongoing investment to elevating travel experiences for customers travelling to and from Thailand and beyond. With the deployment of Emirates' newly retrofitted A380 to Bangkok, the airline extends its Premium Economy experienc…

Artificial intelligence (AI) firm OpenAI, whose deals have been hogging the headlines recently, has marked Singapore as a key pillar in its global strategy to be a dominant player in the technology. It has been setting up its Asia-Pacific base here since November 2024, and plans to ramp up its employee headcount to between 50 and 70 by end-December.... More https://bit.ly/4nKt3pU Via straitstimes.com  

Singapore ·       Reits in Singapore and the region stage a comeback, delivering 16% returns since January https://bit.ly/4h3zxh1 ·       Retail investors trading more intensively in new listings: SGX CEO https://bit.ly/3KFdn8R ·       Bank-led dividend growth puts Singapore ahead of most global peers in first half of 2025 https://bit.l…

  The acquisition adds around 300 MW of operational solar power project with a 25 year PPA and ISTS-connectivity to its portfolio Sembcorp Industries said on Wednesday that its subsidiary, Sembcorp Green Infra, will acquire ReNew Sun Bright for around Singapore $246 million, or roughly (US) $191 million, its third acquisition in the Indian renewables space in the last 36 months....

Singapore ·       Industrial real estate developer Soon Hock Enterprise launches IPO at 58 cents apiece https://bit.ly/4mW351x ·       Thai hospitality giant Minor International stays on growth track despite uncertainties: Founder https://bit.ly/4mZBX1R ·       Project creating jobs for those with disabilities among 25 lauded for social…

Singapore ·       New grant of up to $100k to help Singapore SMEs deal with US tariffs opens for applications https://bit.ly/4n3JgWk ·       Singapore-listed palm oil stocks seen benefiting as prices rise, ESG risks ease https://bit.ly/4pWC5le ·       Legacy planning is no longer just for the wealthy or elderly: DBS group head of wealth…

Singapore ·       PM Lawrence Wong offers condolences to families of Optus outage victims https://bit.ly/3IvXtNy ·       Fullerton Fund Management launches first retail fund under MAS’ $5b stock market programme https://bit.ly/48jGqZo ·       Singapore’s competition watchdog issues new guide to curb misleading marketing clai…

Singapore ·       Singapore banks to implement new scam safeguards on all digital transactions from Oct 15 https://bit.ly/4mMZ1R6 ·       Yacht parties make waves during Singapore Grand Prix season as F1 fans seek new thrills https://bit.ly/4pTso6X ·       Singapore retail sales rise 5.2% in August, more than expected, helped by CDC vou…

  Singapore ·       HSBC raises income requirement for new credit card applications in S’pore to $65,000, from $30,000 https://bit.ly/3KwQ15q ·       Online clothes rental platform Style Theory shuts down; no refunds given to subscribers https://bit.ly/476IG56 ·       Singapore’s IPO momentum picks up pace, with more li…

Singapore ·       More companies to list in Singapore as confidence, liquidity grow, market insiders say https://bit.ly/4nXd07Z ·       ExxonMobil expects to cut about 500 Singapore staff by end-2027 https://bit.ly/4nxMF0x ·       CICT overtakes Hong Kong’s Link Reit to become Asia’s largest real estate investment trust http…

Singapore ·       Singtel says Optus CEO needs time to fix issues after emergency call outages in Australia https://bit.ly/46w0dUihttps://bit.ly/46w0dUi ·       Business winners and losers of Singapore’s F1 race https://bit.ly/4nvPBL6 ·       Singapore hotels cashing in on pickleball craze to attract guests and boost revenue https…

Bankers are betting that India will build on 2024’s record IPO haul, even as investors push down valuations BANKERS in Asia are readying for the final stretch of a standout year for deals in equity capital markets, led by two powerhouses: Hong Kong and India. More https://bit.ly/480KKN4 Via businesstimes.com

The Singapore Mint has unveiled the Lion Bullion, a new line of investment-grade gold bars featuring a distinctive lion motif, as gold prices soared to new heights. Crafted in partnership with Swiss refinery Produits Artistiques Metaux Precieux, the inaugural series of Lion Bullion gold bars is minted to the “highest standards of purity”, said The Singapore Mint...... More https://bit.ly/4nVl3lC Via straitstimes.com

Singapore ·       S’pore looking to simplify tax scheme framework for single family offices: Chee Hong Tat https://bit.ly/3KjJmeK ·       Cordlife could face a new one-year suspension over significant lapses https://bit.ly/487qg5o ·       Singtel shares continue slide after second Optus outage, but analysts retain upbeat targets h…

Singapore ·       Singapore may seek cap on US pharma tariffs like Japan and EU, says DPM Gan https://bit.ly/4gVr13J ·       Pharma firms still keen to grow in S’pore but investment climate will get more competitive: DPM Gan https://bit.ly/3KLkhJy ·       NTUC to help senior workers flourish with AI: Desmond Tan https://bit.ly/4nT…

The report titled “The value of open source AI for APEC Economies” released on Friday finds that open source AI is broadening access to technology, empowering entrepreneurs, SMEs, and researchers to innovate and thrive.   Việt Nam has huge potential to become not only a strong user of AI but also a strong provider of AI solutions, datasets and native language models for the Southeast Asian region and beyond, according to a repo…

The Singapore bourse needs to pivot its focus towards investor returns, says Ken Peng It is great that Singapore is “finally” doing something about its equity markets, said Ken Peng, head of Asia investment strategy at Citi Wealth. “There’s no reason why Hong Kong should have such a dominant position in Asian equity capital markets,” he said at a media roundtable on Friday (Sep 26), ahead of the bank’s Wealth S…

The total assets of Vietnam's financial market are estimated at 41.3 trillion VND, equivalent to 332% of GDP, banking and finance expert Dr Can Van Luc told attendees at the Vietnam Wealth Advisory Summit 2025 (VWAS) in Hanoi on September 25. According to Luc, this asset value is average for the region. Meanwhile, domestic financial products and services are rapidly modernising, and the cross-selling of financial products is developing quickly, h…

Singapore’s export-driven economy is finally showing signs of burnout, after galloping for most of 2025 as panicked exporters tried to get ahead of US President Donald Trump’s trade-busting tariffs. Recently released data showing an 11.3 per cent slide in non-oil domestic exports (Nodx) in August  was probably one of the first signs of a series of anaemic economic numbers from Singapore for the rest of 2025...... More h…

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, today met with His Excellency Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam, at the Ruler’s Court in Dubai.The meeting reflects the strong and steadily growing ties between the UAE and Vietnam, which have expanded significantly in recent years across diverse fields. Both leaders…

- Kuala Lumpur flights operated by the retrofitted Boeing 777 - The launch is part of Emirates’ multi-billion-dollar retrofit programme, ensuring a consistent premium experience across all cabins As part of its commitment to offering a consistent and enhanced travel experience for passengers travelling to and from Malaysia, Emirates has deployed its retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft on flights EK346 and EK347. The refurbished aircraft feature…

Singapore ·       Singapore to strengthen e-commerce guidelines to better protect consumers, merchants: DPM Gan https://bit.ly/4nToIka ·       Over 50 retailers receive awards for workforce transformation and excellence https://bit.ly/4gD3swo ·       Hao Mart hires firm to discuss termination with Taste Orchard tenants; experts say case…

Singapore ·       Revolut to double headcount in S’pore as it plans to grow to 100 million users worldwide https://bit.ly/46xtIDJ ·       NTUC will help workers navigate AI disruptions: Desmond Choo https://bit.ly/4mAEOOd ·       Improved research coverage and more needed for MAS boost to SGX to work: Fund managers https://bit.ly/…

Singapore ·       Over 7,200 apply for Jobseeker Support scheme, but more than half rejected over eligibility rules https://bit.ly/3W24OXZ ·       Structured career pathways for skilled trades to come: Koh Poh Koon https://bit.ly/3IySVpv ·       Singapore core inflation drops more than expected to 0.3% in August; lowest in over 4 years …

ABOUT a year ago, Malaysia Aviation Group Bhd (MAG) made a painful call to cut 20% of its network capacity.....

According to industry experts, development of Việt Nam's crypto asset market not only aligns the country with global fintech trends, but also positions it as a trailblazer in establishing regulatory standards for the rapidly evolving crypto landscape. Việt Nam has taken a bold and calculated step into the world of digital finance with the issuance of Resolution 05/2025/NQ-CP on September 9, launching a five-year pilot programme for crypto ass…

Mr Dennis Ng gets a string of questions whenever he talks about his business trips to Africa. “At the top of most people’s list is: Are there lions around?” Mr Ng, the founder and executive chairman of Embed Financial Group Holdings (EFGH), said he often has to deny he is there on a safari. His firm entered the African market in March 2024 to make insurance and financial technology solutions accessible to consumers there...…

Singapore ·       S’pore can focus on opportunities in a changing world to boost economic growth to 3%-4%: DPM Gan https://bit.ly/4njv8ZU ·       Ex-Hyflux deputy CEO Sam Ong not aware of ‘magnitude of losses and profits’ of Tuaspring project https://bit.ly/4mzo8Xz ·       S’pore firms heed the roar of Africa&rsqu…

Funds can now track listed companies on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) more easily, thanks to two new indexes – the iEdge Singapore Next 50 Index and iEdge Singapore Next 50 Liquidity Weighted Index. Launched on Sept 22, they are part of the bourse’s wider plans to boost investor demand and interest, as well as improve market liquidity.... More https://bit.ly/3Ijmknz Via straitstimes.com

Singapore ·       Optus CEO pledges to make changes after Australian emergency call failure https://bit.ly/3W12DUC ·       Agoda admits restricting workers’ access to unions and authorities was inappropriate, says NTUC https://bit.ly/4nkuYBA ·       WTO needs reform, but abandoning the rules-based system will be far worse for the g…

Shaping the next decade of growth through AI, Tokenisation and Quantum in Financial Services The Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2025 will be held from 12–14 November at the Singapore EXPO, convening over a thousand global leaders in finance, technology, and policy to discuss how AI, Tokenisation, and Quantum Computing can be harnessed to promote a secure and efficient global financial system. The programme will feature insights from both …

CEO Loh Boon Chye also honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) has been named Clearing House of the Year by derivatives-industry publication FOW, while its chief executive officer was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award. FOW, a leading provider of data, market intelligence and events for the global futures and options community, announced the winners of its Asia-Pacific Awards on 17 September in Hong Ko…

Singapore ·       Johor-S’pore SEZ assumes greater relevance as global economy becomes more challenging: Alvin Tan https://bit.ly/4mk1PF7 ·       Carousell to open second-hand luxury bag store at The Centrepoint https://bit.ly/4gt7qHP ·       Singapore’s growth can propel earnings strength and its equities: Fullerton Fund Man…

Singapore ·       Singapore key exports disappoint with 11.3% drop in August as US tariffs take bigger toll https://bit.ly/4prIMLV ·       MOM says more fresh graduates found jobs in June 2025 than a year ago https://bit.ly/4nzEMas ·       S’pore firms boost revenue, expand into new markets with Enterprise Singapore’s Scale-U…

Singapore ·       14 smaller WTO members, including Singapore, tie up to support open and fair trade https://bit.ly/4n8bxvG ·       OG terminates Hao Mart’s Taste Orchard lease, premises to be vacated by Dec 31 https://bit.ly/46q7nYY ·       Asia’s family offices see returns of over 5% in 2025 amid optimism despite market vol…

  Singapore ·       Investors must take greater responsibility for their investment decisions: SGX chairman https://bit.ly/3K3GzWT ·       S’pore boosts food innovation hub status with FrieslandCampina’s new lab https://bit.ly/3IlcWzB ·       ST Engineering raises capacity for aircraft engine maintenance and repairs in a…

Singapore ·       MAS to review rules to ease listed companies’ concerns over sharing their forecasts: Chee Hong Tat https://bit.ly/46efKXm ·       Late Singapore tycoon’s fortune makes six grandchildren billionaires https://bit.ly/3VgUc7w ·       CapitaLand Commercial C-Reit’s public offer in China IPO is 535 times sub…

Singapore ·       Singapore tax revenue rises 10.7% to $88.9 billion amid strong economic growth, consumer spending https://bit.ly/4phOFLF ·       First active bond ETF to debut on SGX by end-September https://bit.ly/41KZCLI ·       UOL sells Kinex mall in Tanjong Katong for $375 million https://bit.ly/4nq2ea4 ·   &…

Singapore ·       Singapore’s equity market could tap technology to outpace regional rivals: Piyush Gupta https://bit.ly/46cg0WO ·       Having a longer term outlook allows super rich families to ride out geopolitical risks: Goldman Sachs https://bit.ly/4mdHFwH ·       Centurion wins shareholder support for Reit listing plan https:…

Singapore ·       Alibaba slashes stake in SingPost by more than half, ceases to be substantial shareholder https://bit.ly/3I4FYUc ·       S’pore Q4 hiring outlook falls below global average, but logistics and healthcare buck trend: Poll https://bit.ly/3Ke8Dqk ·       Jetstar’s exit: How can SIA, Scoot absorb incoming staff w…

Singapore ·       Johor-S’pore SEZ helps southern state beat economic growth of Singapore, Malaysia: DBS https://bit.ly/4nq7lXV ·       Aoxin Q&M’s ex-CEO accused of taking $2.7 million via improper loans, sham share deals https://bit.ly/3I2JX3C ·       SingPost readies for sales and holiday season by adding trucks, deliv…

Singapore ·       Some online brokers in S’pore cut commissions to zero for US trades amid growing competition https://bit.ly/3HMxykl ·       Robinhood, AppLovin and Emcor to join S&P 500 in rebalancing of benchmark https://bit.ly/4parGSz ·       S’pore retail sales rise 4.8%, exceeding expectations https://bit.ly/4nmo1Q0…

- Cross-listing plays key role in PIF strategy to attract foreign investment into Saudi markets - The exchange traded fund was initially launched in Germany, the UK and Italy - Singapore launch “reflects strong global confidence in Saudi economy” PIF is an anchor investor in the SPDR® J.P. Morgan Saudi Arabia Aggregate Bond UCITS ETF (Acc), which State Street Investment Management cross-listed today on the Singapore Exchange. The …

The Thai Restaurant Association (TRA) is preparing to submit a petition to incoming Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, urging the government to introduce a co-payment scheme to ease living costs for consumers and provide relief for restaurants nationwide. Thaniwan Kulmongkol, President of the TRA, said the association had conducted surveys among restaurant operators and consumers across the country. Since the beginning of the second quarter …

JPMorgan Indonesia said the country’s financial markets remain attractive to foreign investors despite recent protests, underscoring confidence in the government’s ability to maintain stability and respond to public demands. Gioshia Ralie, CEO and Senior Country Officer of JPMorgan Indonesia, said demonstrations in Jakarta and other cities have not significantly dented investor sentiment. “Investors are more mature now and under…

THE Malaysian equity market is entering the final quarter of financial year 2025 with investors bracing for volatility but also sniffing out recovery opportunities in pockets of resilience. Against the backdrop of shifting US trade policy, foreign fund outflows and domestic recalibration, strategists are signalling that the stage is being set for a medium-term upturn – provided global liquidity improves and political stability holds.... …

President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. signed into law a measure that allows foreigners to lease land in the Philippines for up to 99 years. Republic Act (RA) No. 12252 amends RA No. 7652 or the Investors’ Lease Act by further liberalizing the lease of private lands by foreign investors.... More https://bit.ly/3I8cLrh Via bworldonline.com

Addressing a seminar in Ho Chi Minh City on September 5, Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC) Tran Phu Lu said that Vietnam has strong potential to become a logistics hub, with its 3,260 km coastline, deep-water ports, airports, railways and extensive transport networks. As Vietnam deepens global integration and trade expands, logistics must evolve in line with market strategies and sustainability goals, a…