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Services sector expects modest growth in H2 2025
Services sector expects modest growth in H2 2025
Overall, 17% of firms anticipate better conditions.
SG sees companies look beyond SGX for IPOs in H1 2025
Only one Singapore-headquartered company chose to list domestically.
RHB Singapore to lead group’s pivot toward ASEAN growth
In 2024, RHB Singapore reported an 18.6% increase in total income to $252.6m, whilst gross loans grew by 14.7% to $8.95b.
Singapore draws just one IPO listing in H1
Vin’s Holdings Ltd. was the sole listing on the SGX, raised $6m.
RHB lifts SGX target to $16
The updated valuation is based on FY26 earnings and a higher price-to-earnings multiple of 23.5 times.
FTSE ST Mid Cap Index dips 1.5% despite standout stock gains
The FTSE ST Mid Cap Index slipped 1.5% in total return for 1H25, underperforming the FTSE Asia Pacific Mid Cap Index, which rose 4.6%.
Morgan Stanley projects RoE to rise to 14% for Singapore by 2030
The investment bank has reaffirmed its overweight rating on Singapore, citing these improving fundamentals as key to its bullish outlook.
Yuanta Global joins SGX as 33rd derivatives clearing member
Yuanta Global is a wholly owned subsidiary of Yuanta Futures.
SGX share price climbs 50% on derivatives trading strength
However, the pace of that growth is now beginning to moderate.
Banks embrace wealthtech as $2.95t domestic pool grows
Majority of investors accessed wealth management services through digital channels.
Singapore funds stay active in Asia carve-outs despite slowdown: KPMG
Asia-Pacific private equity deal value reached $37.5b in Q1.
Half of businesses passing off tariff hikes to manage costs
8 in 10 are cautious about expanding and investing.
Business China taps Kwek Poh Heok as new CEO
She will assume the role of CEO (Designate) from 27 May and transition to CEO on 1 July.
Singapore ranks fifth in Asia for green market capitalisation
In terms of green revenues, Singapore holds the seventh position regionally.
Singapore stocks gain traction with strong retail inflows in Q2
The Straits Times Index posted a 1.1% drop in total return for Q2 2025 through May 7.
Gates Foundation expands into Singapore with EDB support
The expansion aims to boost philanthropic partnerships across Southeast Asia.
Institutions flee banks with $701m in April outflows
The Straits Times Index (STI) declined 3.5% during the month, with dividends easing the total return loss to 2.3%.
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