News
Metro Holdings Limited records $12.9m loss before tax in H1 FY2026
Metro Holdings Limited records $12.9m loss before tax in H1 FY2026
The lower revenue from its property and retail divisions in Singapore and China led to the loss.
Skylink Holdings net profit after tax rises 32.7% in H1 FY2026
This follows its reverse takeover of Sincap Group Limited.
Singapore’s October exports surge 22.2%
Both electronics and non-electronics exports grew for the month.
ST Engineering sells stake in STARCO to JV partner for $124.6m
This comes as part of an ongoing rationalisation of the group’s MRO facilities.
The Potter’s Garden opens at Jurong Innovation District
The park rejuvenation integrates heritage, biodiversity, community amenities.
Nam Cheong’s net profit falls 80% to $41.5m in 9M
Its earnings dropped on weaker joint venture gains.
Sanli Environmental net profit rises 84% to $3.2m in H1 FY2026
Higher gross profit and revaluation gains lifted earnings despite lower revenue.
Zixin Group’s net profit more than doubles to $5m in H1 FY2026
Processed product sales lifted earnings despite margin decline.
Stamford Land exits Sir Stamford hotel business after divestment
The asset contributed 5.4% of group profit before tax in H1 FY2026.
Del Monte Pacific’s earnings surge to US$16.8m in Q2 FY 2026
Thanks to sales expansion across its markets.
Hour Glass net profit rises 23% in H1 FY2026
Its associate gains and higher margins drove earnings growth despite cost pressures.
Singapore vital in Southeast Asia’s digital economy: report
The city-state led in digital payments last year as the region’s economy is projected to reach $1.299t by 2030.
Mastercard targets full SG adoption of ‘Click to Pay’ scheme in next phase of rollout
Instead of card entry, Click to Pay enables digital payments and in-device biometrics.
Ascott unveils disability inclusion playbook for accommodation sector
It is intended to guide the group’s disability inclusion efforts across its global portfolio.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.65%; Top stock is Thai Beverage Public Company Limited
Thai Beverage Public Company Limited is the top stock with a 1.06% increase.
GPS spoofing raises costs for Singapore shipowners
Insurers must update underwriting as cyber navigation disruptions rise.
Singapore sees slower crypto user growth despite high adoption
Both Singapore (28%) and Hong Kong (27%) show high familiarity but slower growth in new users.
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