News
Atome’s BNPL debuts on Taobao Singapore
Atome’s BNPL debuts on Taobao Singapore
Every Saturday, Atome shoppers can enjoy a $12 off for a $120 minimum spend.
Singapore offices most expensive to fit-out in SEA
Firms sink an average of $140 per square foot to fit-out their offices.
Thomson Medical issues $155m notes at 5.25%
These will be listed on the SGX on 14 May 2024.
Thai Bev Q2 net profit slips 4.9% on lower contribution from associate companies and decline in food business
Profit from associated companies decreased by 82.9% and the food business had a drop of 528.6%
SingPost and Lithuania Post enhance collaboration in postal and delivery services
The agreement will focus on four areas.
Singapore’s NHGP unveils Khatib Polyclinic for preventive care
The polyclinic features a community plaza and health studio to emphasise preventive health.
SIIC Environment Holdings Ltd first profit declines over lower construction revenue
The company generally had a lacklustre performance during the quarter.
7 in 10 educators favour personal mobile data over public networks
70% of respondents remain wary of unknown links and attachments.
EC World REIT Q1 DPU falls 19.8% amidst lower revenue and higher interest rates
The manager reported lower operating performance during the period.
Sasseur REIT EMA rental income slips 1.4% in Q1 2024 due to weak yuan
Outlet sales also fell 2.6%.
MAS appoints trade minister Gan Kim Yong as new chairman
He will be replacing DPM Lawrence Wong.
LHN net profit drops 14.6% in H124
Gross profit rose 36.0% to $34.6m.
Sales and marketing jobs in high demand in Singapore: report
Sectors hit hard by COVID going on post-pandemic hiring sprees.
SG’s life insurers see 32.2% leap in new business premiums in Q1’24
This is equivalent to S$1.4b.
OCBC launches $676.95m fixed rate subordinated notes
The notes will have a coupon of 5.52% annually.
Cotti Coffee partners with Adyen for overseas expansion
Cotti Coffee has 7,000 stores worldwide.
OCBC's bid for Great Eastern Life to boost sector valuations
OCBC has been a shareholder in Great Eastern Life since 1958.
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