Singapore
Singapore Paincare sinks to net loss on rising staff expenses
Singapore Paincare sinks to net loss on rising staff expenses
The group posted a $47,000 net loss in HY2026, reversing last year’s $781,000 profit.
Centurion acquires 65% stake in Manna 777 to build new Kim Chuan dormitory
The $4.81m acquisition covers a 975.9 sqm freehold site for workers’ housing.
ThaiBev EBITDA rises 1.8% despite weaker revenue in Q1
Its spirits business offsets weaker beer performance.
Marco Polo Marine Q1 gross profit jumps 32% on wind fleet expansion
Fleet additions support revenue gains and operational efficiency.
January home sales see strong rebound from December but sharp YoY drop
Newport and Narra Residences seize 54% of the market as buyers ignore RCR.
Bank of Singapore names Bernard Heng head of customised solutions
He will oversee solutions for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
NTUC launches ‘AI-Ready SG’ as one-stop platform to upskill workers
The move integrates job matching and sector-specific training.
Grand Banks Yachts net profit plunges 61% in H1 FY2026
Its gross profit was dragged by the higher proportion of lower-margin trade-in/pre-owned boats and less favourable foreign exchange.
Koh Brothers Eco returns to black with $6.8m earnings in 2025
KBE reversed its $17.1m FY2024 loss as construction revenue doubled to record levels.
Lendlease REIT net property income dips 1.2% to $74m in H1 FY2026
The decline was due to the sale of Jem office space and the exit of Cathay Cineplexes.
Electronics surge drives 9.3% jump in January exports
Growth was supported by a strong demand for AI-related products.
EY’s Veron Wong: Risk, controls often treated as an afterthought
She discussed Singapore’s business risk environment and the growing role of emerging technologies in shaping its future.
Investment returns allow record spending despite tax revenue gap: analysts
Government expenditure is expected to increase by 10.3% to $137.3b in FY2026.
Budget grants won't offset expansion risks, says analysts
KPMG’s Yong Jiahao said geopolitical tensions are raising the cost of going global.
Monday Wrap: National AI push, equities soar, and CEOs stay upbeat
The Budget includes a $1.5b boost to the Financial Sector Development Fund.
Manufacturing drives Singapore's 5% economic expansion in 2025
New MTI data confirms manufacturing was the undisputed engine of the economy in 2025, expanding nearly 9%.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 1.57%; Top stock is CapitaLand Investment
CapitaLand Investment is the top stock with a 0.97% increase.
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