Singapore
8 in 10 consumers are rethinking spending
8 in 10 consumers are rethinking spending
Four industries will be most affected by this change.
Why headline inflation will likely stay elevated in H2
DBS expects full-year headline inflation to hit 5.8%.
SG is the 8th leading global city for the wealthy
There are 7,471 UHNW individuals with primary or secondary residence in the Lion City.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.38%; SATS is most active stock
SATS was the top stock with a 5.04% increase.
Prudential’s new business profit drops to US$2.18b in FY22
The insurer attributed the decline to higher interest rates and business mix effects.
IHH Healthcare invests in SG-based startup Intellect
The partnership will accelerate Intellect’s growth across Asia.
SATS joins IATA environmental assessment programme
The company is the first ground handler in APAC to participate.
Household services scheme pilot includes basic child, elderly care
Twenty-five companies can employ migrant workers to perform household services.
Three adjoining 2-storey conservation shophouses in Geylang Road up for sale
It has an indicative guide price of $23m.
Singapore ranks amongst cities with cheapest public transport fares
A monthly pass costs just around 1.9% of the average net wage in the country.
Ho Bee Land unit disposes of 2 industrial properties for $115m
The consideration for the disposal will be satisfied wholly in cash.
Singapore CEOs reveal top challenges likely to affect their company’s profitability
More than five in 10 cited skills shortages.
SGX's cash equity business will continue to underperform: RHB
In February, the bourse's derivatives daily average volume dropped 3% YoY.
3 factors weighing on credit appetite in Singapore
Systemwide gross loans for commercial banks have declined for three consecutive months.
Market update: STI down 0.08%
Sembcorp Industries was seen with the most growth.
How much do Singaporeans need to eat three meals in food establishments?
The cheapest breakfast meal has an average price of $3.25.
Singapore Tourism Board awards $4m to 10 ‘fresh, bold’ marketing campaigns
Awardees include Andaz Singapore and Grand Hyatt Singapore.
Commentary
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