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Only 7% of ASEAN firms ready to scale AI agents: survey

Companies placed greater importance on regional expansion and supply-chain resilience.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.43%; Top stock is Yangzijiang Shipbuilding

Yangzijiang Shipbuilding (Holdings) is the top stock with a 4.05% increase.

Singapore hits record low injury rate but fatal injuries rise in H1

A total of 21 workplace fatalities were recorded during the period.

Wealth inflows lift 2026 outlook for financial sector earnings

However, wealth management growth may ease in H2. 

Thakral seeks Mainboard listing of lifestyle business spin-off

The operations include beauty and fragrance brands in Greater China and Japan. 

DBS and Citi settle USD payments in minutes via tokenised deposits

Citi and DBS said it complements their existing services and tokenised offerings.

SG stocks third-best weekly performer behind Indonesia, Vietnam: CGSI

The SIMSCI closed at 545.25, up 22.31% year-to-date in local-currency terms. 

AcroMeta eyes exclusive Southeast Asia rights for cell logistics tech

The proposed licence covers ambient-temperature transport of biological materials. 

Gojek Singapore launches GoCar Nearby for short off-peak trips

It applies to trips under 5km, with fares capped at $9.90.

Hong Kong pulls ahead of digital wallet shift; Singapore close behind

Wallets accounted for 41% of e-commerce value in the city. 

Singapore, Luxembourg eye deeper ties in quantum, AI and space tech

The countries are also looking to strengthen ASEAN-EU links.

Concord New Energy output rises 11% in August on wind gains

Wind generation led the growth with a 13.8% increase during the month.

Income Insurance commits $528m to climate investments

The insurer is working toward a S$1b climate transition financing target.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.17%; Top stock is SATS

Singapore Airport Terminal Services (SATS) is the top stock with a 2.32% increase.

Hiring outlook holds at 13% in Q4: survey

Nearly half of employers plan to maintain their workforce as recruitment becomes more selective.

F&B sales fall 1.9% as cafes, food courts weaken

Fast-food outlets remained the strongest segment, recording annual and monthly sales growth.