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Marco Polo Marine expects higher FY2025 net profit after tax
Marco Polo Marine expects higher FY2025 net profit after tax
One-off gains from vessel impairment reversal and joint venture disposal boost its earnings.
Hatten Land proposes to acquire Metrocon capital
The $24m purchase price may allot a new number of shares of 5.571 billion ordinary shares, or 60% of the share capital of Hatten.
Jardine Matheson maintains full-year profit outlook as Q3 results remain consistent
Group reports mixed underlying profit outcomes across subsidiaries
Mandarin Oriental posts ‘stable’ underlying net profit in Q3
The hospitality firm opened a resort in Dubai and China and a hotel in Seoul during the quarter.
Lum Chang Creations secures $63.4m in new public and private contracts
Contracts awarded include the $31.9m ROMM redevelopment and $31.5m church project.
BRC Asia Limited’s net profit reaches $94.1m in FY2025
It recorded a revenue of $155b due to stronger project offtake was cited for growth.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.95%; Top stock is HongkongLand USD
HongkongLand USD is the top stock with a 0.48% increase.
Office workers raise concerns as flexibility gaps widen
Gaps persist in access to outdoor areas, wellness zones, recharge spaces, and creative collaboration environments.
Bukit Timah freehold hilltop estate launched for sale at $55m
The land parcel was priced at $2,273.57 per square foot.
Singapore Paincare dispute settled
The company returned $450,000 security under agreed terms.
Hongkong Land trims net debt as capital recycling progresses
Divestments and buybacks strengthen balance sheet ahead of year-end
ComfortDelGro announces Deputy CEO’s retirement
White named CFO as Koh prepares retirement
NODX forecast to grow 2.5% as trade slows
Declines in non-electronics exports dragged growth in the third quarter.
IREIT Global reports 89% portfolio occupancy
Its portfolio was valued at $1.30b (€859.8m) as at 30 September.
Coliwoo forms JV to convert REHAU Building
It will be turned into a co-living asset.
Employers plan pay rises as 2026 talent demand stays strong
More than half, or 55%, plan to hire contractors in 2026, mainly for short-term or project-based needs (74%).
Private home prices projected to rise 2.5%- 4.5% in 2026
The resale market is expected to remain steady, with volumes ranging between 14,000 and 15,000 units.
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