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Marco Polo Marine's adjusted net profit jumps 30% YoY in H1 2024
Marco Polo Marine's adjusted net profit jumps 30% YoY in H1 2024
Its revenue grew 10%, thanks to its ship chartering operations.
Straits at Joo Chiat sells 20% of units over weekend launch
It is expected to be completed by November 2027.
MTQ’s net profit up by 148% YoY to $9.4m in FY24
The group’s earnings were boosted by a gain from property sale.
Genting Singapore’s net profit surges 92% YoY in Q1
The company attributed the growth to the CNY holiday and the relaxation of visa regulations between China and Singapore.
MOH imposes stricter compliance on medical certificate issuance
The move came following feedback on excessive issuance over teleconsultations.
ST Eng’g revenue up 18% to S$2.7b in Q1
It has an order book of S$27.7b as of 31 March 2024.
SGX welcomes ETF tracking APAC financial institutions
It has S$47m in assets under management at launch.
Cat owners in HDB flats must microchip and license pets
Licensing will be free during the two-year transition period.
Singapore a top choice for retirees’ global travel
It’s the only country in the region included in the ranking.
HDB launches new Resale Flat Listing service
The service notifies sellers if their listing exceeds nearby prices by 10%+.
SG and PH boost weekly codeshare services to 150
Currently, the countries have 35 weekly codeshare services.
Deloitte Singapore raises entry-level auditor salaries
First-year hires under the firm’s career programme can earn $4,500 monthly
Keong Hong Holdings losses widen to $9.5m in 1H24
Besides wider losses, the company reported a 40.9% YoY revenue drop.
KPMG to invest $100m in talent initiatives and tech advancements
Of the total investment, $30m will go to salary adjustments.
Jumbo Group net profit up 11.9% YoY to $8.89m in 1H24
Its Singapore operations helped boost profit for the period.
Porsche Experience Centre coming to Singapore in 2027
The Singapore centre will be the 11th worldwide.
GuocoLand unit sells stake in Eco World International for $61m
The subsidiary held a 27% stake in Eco World International.
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