Exclusives

REIT listings may boost Singapore IPO market in 2025

A central bank plan to cut listing costs could enhance the city-state’s market appeal.

REIT listings may boost Singapore IPO market in 2025

A central bank plan to cut listing costs could enhance the city-state’s market appeal.

10 best ways to invest in 2025

Analysts are not too worried about the impact of US tariffs on Asian investments.

Aprisium battles global water crisis in real time

The company does not need a lab because it detects water contaminants on-site.

Steven Tan’s journey from graphic designer to maritime publisher

Marine & Industrial Report enters a new chapter after its sale to Charlton Media Group.

Xiaohongshu, Taobao could help Singapore brands reach more Chinese clients

Retailers less familiar with the China market could start with Tmall and JD Worldwide.

Singapore push versus phishing may increase compliance costs

Including e-commerce, social media, and ISPs in the mandate may be a wise move.

Chinese fine dining finds its next course in Singapore

The city-state’s high spending power and big Chinese commune make it an ideal entry point.

Singapore’s aged care homes fall short

Their services are routinary and not personalised mainly due to resource constraints.

Top 50 list shows worsening dip in Singapore’s insurance premiums

The thriving nonlife business offset life insurance’s poor showing in 2023.

ArrowBiome develops technology to kill specific bacteria in humans

The Singapore startup focuses on the personal care market but may expand to gut health soon.

Mediation drives legal hiring growth in Singapore

Corporate and commercial law is also set to boost hiring in 2025 amid M&As.

Singapore urged to order 5-minute minimum for telemedicine calls

A local clinic’s license will be revoked after being probed for short teleconsultations.

Singapore told not to be a test bed for small modular reactors

There are other power sources that are easier and cheaper to deploy, experts said.

Food Innovators to serve up ‘anime’ diners in Singapore

CEO Kubota Yasuaki expects the city-state to become their gateway to other Asian countries.

Singapore push to preserve hawker culture in doubt

Foreigners may be averse to a difficult job in a food business that doesn’t pay well.

Quocia stirs social media buzz for SMEs

Its AI tool automates social media strategy, content creation, scheduling, and posting.

Cheng Chung Design sets up Singapore office as gateway to Asia-Pacific market

The Chinese interior designer’s headquarters was designed to resemble a home for comfort.