News
Singapore companies to invest 30% more in emerging markets
Singapore companies to invest 30% more in emerging markets
But 77% of Singaporeans polled worry about political stability in the emerging markets.
Singapore posts deteriorating consumer confidence
Singaporeans showed strong declines in consumer sentiment compared to the previous six months.
Survey says 44% of Singapore bankers dissatisfied of bonuses received
This is not surprising given that the same survey also reveals that Singapore reported the lowest mean bonus.
Chart of the Day: GDP growth
Analyst says signs point to a bottoming-out in growth and a pick-up going forward.
ST Eng’g unit debarment in India not a big deal: MayBank
India has never been a major contributor to its defence earnings but why is STE incessant in clearing its name?
Court says ST Kinetics has liberty to file fresh petitions
The petitions will challenge orders that put ST Kinetics' defence business activities on hold in India.
SGX launches dual currency trading
A firm can now choose for its listed security to be traded in any two different currency denominations.
Margin-squeezed Wilmar poised for a comeback: UOB
Its high plantation landbank and effective product diversification will continue to push growth.
Strong air travel demand saw traffic between Singapore and Middle East grow 20%
Passenger traffic at Singapore Changi Airport then increased 11% to almost 4m in February 2012.
Resorts World Sentosa targets locals through noncasino loyalty program
For an annual sign-up fee of $150, card members instantly receive packages worth more than $180.
Hello, accountants: Want a salary bonus this year?
Better get your hopes down as bonuses are likely to be minimal, if not non-existent.
Rich Singaporeans look to LatAm for wealth prospects
More than half of Singaporeans expect prospects to improve globally in the next five years.
CapitaLand unit secures first serviced residence in Xiamen
Portfolio in China increases to over 8,000 apartment units in 42 properties across 17 cities.
Office capital values for CapitaCommercial Trust down 4%
Other office REITS may also suffer the same fate amid softening rental expectations going forward, says OCBC.
Office rentals may have dipped 3-5% in 1Q12
Pre-leasing activity at major new buildings is now somewhat sluggish after rents peaked in 2H11, says OCBC.
Singapore witnessed a busy 1Q for the oil & gas sector
New contracts secured, M&A news and fund raising activities are expected to bolster solid industry fundamentals.
Chart of the Day: URA Rental Index
Industrial REITs may likely experience revaluation gains in their portfolios based on the trend of URA rental and price indexes.
Commentary
In Asia, fintech leaders must compete on credibility
F1 on a gravel road: Why AI is still stuck in first gear
Why AI blocklists give Singapore firms a false sense of security
When scale arrives before proof: Singapore’s capital allocation question in Southeast Asia
Rethinking fleet ownership in a changing business landscape
Beyond the chips: The materials behind Singapore’s AI infrastructure
How homegrown brands are redefining premium in Asia
AI in hospitality: Where should Singapore’s F&B operators draw the line?
Do Singapore workplaces mistake silence for leadership?
AI as the new competitive advantage for Singapore’s small retailers