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Manulife Singapore rolls out AI tools with advisory milestones
Manulife Singapore rolls out AI tools with advisory milestones
The firm targets 50,000 personalised portfolio check-ins annually.
CCCS OKs Tamarind Health's TalkMed Group acquisition
The parties overlap on the provision of private medical oncology services in Singapore.
China Medical System eyes secondary listing on SGX in July
It aims to expand its Southeast Asia presence and reach Singapore investors.
MAS fines five payment firms $960,000 for AML/CFT breaches
These breaches were uncovered during MAS' examinations for compliance.
ASL Marine divests Indonesian associate company
The group intends to use the proceeds for its working capital requirements.
ecoWise’s profit rebounds in FY 2025
The group's revenue increased by 9% year-on-year to $34.3m.
Fu Yu appoints new non-executive director at AGM
This followed a resolution tabled under a requisition by Lim Wei De, Victor.
5 structural themes driving Singapore’s earnings visibility
The material impact of these themes is expected to become more pronounced in the second half of 2025.
Government upgrades Bishan Town Centre with new amenities
The proposed changes include a new hawker centre, a new polyclinic, and a revamped, air-conditioned bus interchange.
Alcon opens expanded Tuas plant with $600m global investment
It features advanced automation, smart manufacturing systems, and Industry 4.0 capabilities.
Japan’s NTT files prospectus for DC REIT listing on SGX
The IPO could raise up to $1b.
How Ant International drives inclusive growth through its 6T Sustainability Framework
The company’s Sustainability Framework focusses on Travel, Trade, Thrive, Technology, Talent, and Trust.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.7%; Top stock is HongkongLand USD
HongkongLand USD is the top stock with a 3.36% increase.
Civmec acquires shipbuilder Luerssen Australia in $16.7m deal
The deal is expected to be completed by 1 July 2025.
Singapore pledges $1.27m to global vaccine alliance
This follows previous support, including a $6.4m (US$5m) donation in 2020.
IHH Healthcare’s $5m grant to boost clinical research, innovation
The fund will be disbursed over five years.
SATS completes sale of 49% stake in SERVAIR-SATS
It agreed to sell 509,600 ordinary shares in SERVAIR-SATS.
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