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Singapore investors more decisive than global peers, survey says
Singapore investors more decisive than global peers, survey says
Only 2% are unsure of their biggest portfolio risk versus 4% globally.
SIT, IBM to launch Punggol quantum-safe centre by end-2026
Firms can test security tools in a live environment.
Straits Trading narrows loss by 72.7% to $11.1m in H1
Loss per share improved to $0.024.
UOB names Tan Choon Hin as head of ASEAN and Greater China
Tan, who is currently UOB’s deputy chief risk officer, will also oversee the FDI advisory unit.
Centurion sets up financing framework for green, social projects
It covers 10 categories, such as renewable energy and clean transportation.
Koh Brothers Eco unit faces up to $57.6m in potential legal exposure
The JV dispute leaves the subsidiary facing estimated maximum exposure of $20.5m.
DFI Retail named GNC’s exclusive wholesaler in Singapore, HK, Macau
GNC products will be distributed through DFI’s Guardian stores in Singapore.
OUE funds NTU Singapore professorship in healthcare tech
OUE endowed US$2.3m to NTU to establish the Stephen Riady Professorship.
Freehold residential site at 33 Sembawang Road up for sale at $130m
Price translates to about $1,128 per square foot per plot ratio, including a 7% bonus GFA.
Marco Polo Marine 9M revenue climbs 30% on vessel, shipyard growth
Gross profit rose 30% YoY to $36.3m (S$46.4m).
SIA Group passenger traffic rises 2.6% as 3.7 million fly in July
Capacity grew 5.5% thanks to a network expansion.
SBS Transit profit falls 5.6% to $29.4m in H1
Higher fuel, electricity and staff costs offset revenue growth from its bus and rail operations.
Medi Lifestyle eyes $6.76m deal for 60% of Q&M’s EM2AI
The proposed acquisition will be paid entirely with new shares.
Singapore life insurance advisers capture 79.4% of new policies
The two channels facilitated 504,951 purchases.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.43%; Top stock is Keppel
Keppel is the top stock with a 3.04% increase.
Singapore targets crew safety in ammonia, methanol fuel push
It outlined three safety priorities, including responsible technology adoption.
CSE Global wins $64.3m US contract for Cheyenne Power Hub
Execution is expected to run progressively from 2026 to 2027.
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