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Mount Pleasant BTO launch to see high demand in October: analysts
Mount Pleasant BTO launch to see high demand in October: analysts
The growing supply of new HDB flats could help moderate price growth in the resale market.
Cross-border travel spending rises 22% during Lunar New Year, says Visa
Visa said the surge in spending was driven by a strong Singapore dollar, pent-up demand, and evolving travel preferences.
Ultra-rich population set to grow 9.7% by 2028: report
Luxury home prices are expected to see positive growth in 2025, supported by limited supply and strong foreign demand.
Oei Tiong Ham Park property up for sale at $42.8m
Nestled in District 10’s Oei Tiong Ham Park, the property sits within one of Singapore’s GCB areas.
Residential developers should expect ‘uneven’ sales performance this year
Data also shows that suburban projects have stronger performance versus central areas.
Singapore ranks fourth in global cross-border investment in 2024
The total investments reached $6.7b.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.39%; Top stock is YZJ Shipbldg SGD
YZJ Shipbldg SGD is the top stock with a 2.99% increase.
Gov’t announces enhancements to Silver Housing Bonus
More private property owners will qualify for the scheme.
Lukewarm bid for Media Circle site highlights developer caution
The site only attracted three bids.
Chi Longevity opens luxury clinic at Four Seasons Hotel
The clinic is designed to bring a ‘Nordic airline lounge’ feel.
Singapore tightens scam protections with cooling-off measures, information sharing
The government will prioritise improving authentication methods for bank accounts.
Skills-first hiring on the rise, but job seekers struggle to keep up: report
Employers in Singapore prefer soft skills over hard skills when it comes to skills-based hiring.
3-storey strata terrace factory at Midview City on sale via EOI
The property has a guide price of $6.2m.
CK Hutchison sells Panama Canal port stake to BlackRock-backed group
The estimated enterprise value of the port is US$22.76b.
Tan Tock Seng Hospital, BUZUD to develop AI-driven insulin management app
The app will provide real-time tracking of carbohydrate intake and glucose levels.
National University Hospital begins Kent Ridge Campus redevelopment
By 2033, the hospital is expected to replace about 600 beds and add 100 more.
Grand Banks unveils Pasir Gudang composite manufacturing facility
The facility expands the company’s manufacturing yard by 25%.
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