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SMRT pilots AI platform ‘JARVIS’ for predictive rail maintenance
SMRT pilots AI platform ‘JARVIS’ for predictive rail maintenance
The system uses GenAI and vector search to deliver engineering insights.
Transport Equipment posts lowest job vacancy rate at 1.2% in December 2025
The Air Transport and Printing sectors follow closely at 1.8%.
Savills expects up to $40b Singapore investment sales boom in 2026
Low rates and capital inflows drove the stronger outlook across key property sectors in 2026.
Weak listings weigh on SGX despite strong trading: RHB
RHB slashes new listing forecasts from 10 to five for the second half of FY26.
Investor interest for Japan homes doubles in Q1 with focus on Tokyo
Completed or renovated units in established neighbourhoods are gaining traction.
Capital World advances Johor mall plans as Mustafa Centre fit-out begins
Johor Bahru mall gains major tenant as Capital World pushes retail buildout near JS-SEZ corridor.
Economy grows to 4.6% in Q1, though Middle East conflict clouds outlook
Manufacturing growth slowed to 5%, while construction rose by 9%.
MAS tightens monetary policy as inflation outlook lifted to 2.5% cap
The Singapore dollar is set to appreciate faster to help curb rising price pressures.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.11%; Top stock is Sembcorp
Sembcorp is the top stock with a 1.02% increase.
Vertex names Dilhan chairman as FY2025 profit tops $127.3m
Board change follows strong exits and listing momentum.
Keppel flags Middle East conflict’s indirect risks
Direct exposure remains limited.
SGX Singapore equity derivatives activity stays strong in March
MSCI Singapore and Micro STI contracts gain momentum.
F&B operators confront outlet closure risks
Weak governance delays response to warning signs.
Singapore IPOs return with $1.2b raised in Q1
The city-state ranks in the global top 10 for IPO proceeds.
Singapore trails peers at 177th in global outsourcing talent index
Three Southeast Asian markets placed in global top 10 with Philippines topping 193-country list.
Singapore digital government score rises to 65 despite 5.8% UX decline
The country leads Asia in AI readiness with a score of 65.5.
SREITs set for stable Q1 performance, CGSI says
Occupancy holds firm as investors watch rents, debt costs and inflation risks.
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