Singapore
AirTrunk secures $2.25b green loan for new SGP2 data centre
AirTrunk secures $2.25b green loan for new SGP2 data centre
The new facility will be built in Loyang.
CCCS approves Typewriter Ascend’s acquisition of Global Sea Containers
The parties overlap in the supply of intermodal containers in Singapore.
ISCA commits $2m to help jobseekers pivot to the accountancy profession
This career support programme is held in partnership with e2i and WSG.
Gen Z leads in inheritance expectations with 62% anticipating wealth
More than half (53%) of Singaporeans overall have either received or expect to receive an inheritance.
Singapore employers allocate 10% of benefits to healthcare: report
Many organisations may be over-indexing on medical spend whilst overlooking larger or longer-term cost drivers, the firm said.
Singapore export recovery set to slow as tariff risks escalate
Singapore’s NODX fell by 4.6% YoY, reversing a strong 12.9% surge in June.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.79%; Top stock is JMH USD
JMH USD is the top stock with a 4.23% increase.
Singapore charts new course at National Day Rally 2025
The government has emphasised key focus areas in four sectors.
SkillsFuture rolls out new digital tools to aid companies in upskilling workforce
These tools were launched in support of the Career Health SG initiative.
Marco Polo Marine's net profit down 3% in H1
It remains optimistic amidst a stable offshore oil and gas market and offshore wind expansion.
StarHub launches mobile app ScamSafe to help block scam calls and messages
Singapore users can enjoy free six-month trial of the app.
MUFG Bank Singapore wins Analytics - Banking accolade at SBR Technology Excellence Awards 2025
The implementation of APAC Data Warehouse Project 1.0 is a part of MUFG’s integrated digital transformation strategy.
China Medical System profit up 3.1% in H1
Revenue increased 10.8% to $715.2m
Clearbridge Health raises $1.98m from 990 million placement shares
Proceeds will be used for working capital and immediate business needs.
Chinese EV brand NIO to enter Singapore market in 2026
It will partner with Wearnes Automotive.
Yangzijiang Financial anchors $100m fund for SG small and mid-cap firms
It will invest across stages from pre-IPO to post-listing.
Koh Brothers to hold EGM for proposed disposal of freehold land in Johor
The EGM will be on 4 September.
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