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S’pore Reinsurers’ Association becomes founding member of global advisory council
S’pore Reinsurers’ Association becomes founding member of global advisory council
The council aims to increase efficiencies and digital readiness among stakeholders.
Banking, computer software, healthcare among top industries to work in for students
Students mostly look at career growth and opportunities in assessing jobs.
Singapore to stay attractive with refundable tax credit scheme, says KPMG
Cash payouts provide firms with greater flexibility to grow their businesses.
Singapore lowers ABSD remission clawback rate for projects with 90% units sold
This took effect on 16 February 2024.
Government to launch refundable investment credit
This will shoulder up to 50% of qualifying expenditures.
S’pore’s life industry dips 3.9% YoY in weighted new business premiums 2023
Fourth quarter 2023 saw an increase in the uptake of both annual and single-premium products.
Singapore expands energy efficiency grant
The government also identified two tiers of support under the grant.
MoneyHero estimates near 60% revenue growth in Singapore
The finance platform has also anticipated a 50% year-over-year increase in Hong Kong.
Olam Group says evidence not found in multi-billion dollar fraud allegations
Its Nigeria business continues its operations as usual.
Seatrium, GE Vernova to develop 3rd offshore wind project in the Netherlands
Works on the project will begin on 1 June 2024.
MNCs offer more flexible working days than local companies: Hays
Only two in 10 MNCs require their workers to report five days a week in the office.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.31%; Top stock is DBS
DBS is the top stock with a 1.62% increase.
Project launches spur home sales in January
Last month’s sales were still down YoY.
The Big 4’s Budget 2024 wishlist: Did Singapore deliver?
Deloitte, EY, KPMG, and PwC shared their reactions.
Budget 2024: Government raises annual value band property tax threshold
The lower threshold will be increased to $12,000.
Budget 2024: Singapore to issue 50% personal income tax rebate
The rebate is capped at $200.
Singapore injects initial $5b in Future Energy Fund
The natural gas-reliant country is setting up its second LNG terminal.
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