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Investors jittery over resurgence of COVID cases
Investors jittery over resurgence of COVID cases
The global statistics of confirmed COVID cases have returned to early January levels, dampening investor appetite.
Temasek and BlackRock launch US$600m partnership to end global warming
The two funding giants hope to advance global efforts to achieve a zero net carbon economy by 2050.
Jardine Strategic acquisition to proceed
Now with a tick of approval from shareholders, the transaction will become effective from 14 April.
Sanofi to invest $638m in new Singapore vaccine production site
Construction is expected to begin in Q3 of 2021.
Singtel launches first portable 5G platform
The device does not need any prior installation of equipment or infrastructure.
Remote-working companies exaggerating their service capabilities
Customer support teams are barely keeping up with surging support enquiries.
Singapore organisations still falls short of WOB goals: CBD
The slower rate of women director appointments is said to be a local issue in Singapore.
Increased port dues to weigh down ships visiting Singapore from 2022
Higher dues will be collected to help maintain the Port of Singapore.
Econ Healthcare goes public, after nearly a decade in private
The private nursing home operator has launched a new, relisting IPO.
Competition regulator extends public feedback on Aon, Willis Towers Watson merger
The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore is assessing whether the transaction infringes the Competition Act.
Singapore leads regional free trade agreement ratification
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership needs ratification from nine countries.
Singapore staff lack retirement support from employers: survey
The research also revealed that financial well-being has become a new priority for employers.
Office occupancy heats up as businesses return to the office
Employees may soon see themselves working from home only once a week.
Crowds gather as Lucky Plaza, Penninsula Plaza entry restrictions lifted
More people took advantage of eased restrictions to visit the popular shopping centres.
OrderEZ's way to end-to-end management
How this F&B management platform startup is helping businesses to save time, and sell more.
HDB resale volume soared by 25.6% in March
Resale prices have continued their ninth straight month of increases.
Singaporeans ‘optimistic' about getting back to travel: report
71% feel “more hopeful” amidst theCOVID-19 vaccine rollout, and potential for air travel bubbles.
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