Singapore
Singapore dollar to average slightly stronger in 2022 at S$1.3400/USD
Singapore dollar to average slightly stronger in 2022 at S$1.3400/USD
The previous projection was at S$1.3600/US$.
How fast do businesses digitally expand today vs pre-pandemic?
Businesses with a digital-first strategy grow 4x faster than pre-pandemic levels.
Market update: STI down 0.41%
HongkongLand showed the most growth.
Spike in flight searches signals first step in airline recovery: Sojern
People are looking for a change of environment after 20 months, Lina Ang says.
A*STAR, Tumcreate collaborate for first island-wide integrated model for EVs
They aim to supplement Singapore’s 2040 vision for cleaner energy for vehicles.
Mapletree Logistics Trust acquires South Korea facility for $154m
This is expected to raise MLT's e-commerce revenue exposure in S. Korea to 31%.
OCBC recommends ESR-REIT shareholders to approve ARA merger
The bank said the merger is crucial in the REIT sector.
Zero Trust path forward to addressing cyber attacks: Cloudflare
66% of organisations are implementing Zero Trust security in their workplaces.
Singapore extends Jobs Scheme Support until November
Sectors affected by the extension of Stabilisation Phase will receive 25% wage support.
Upside risk to growth forecast despite bumpy economic recovery: RBH
An uptick in external demand to support trade performance in Q4 is expected.
Property investment up 6.9% QoQ in Q3
This was mainly aided by higher government land sales.
Market update: STI down 0.01%
Jardine Matheson showed the most growth.
Where and when to go? Here's a cheat sheet as international travel returns
Expedia reveals hacks to save on time and money for travel.
CapitaLand and Shopee return with 11.11 campaign
The two companies continue to help digitalise SG's retail sector.
EMA reveals pre-emptive measures for SG's energy security
The measures are temporary and for review by 31 March 2022.
Sembcorp Marine expects to incur losses in H2
The company also experienced a loss of $647m for H1.
Nearly 6 of 10 Singaporeans more aware of environmental issues due to pandemic
Meanwhile, 57% believe in investing solely in sustainable funds.
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