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Medeze’s Cordlife offer lapses after securing less than 1% stake
Medeze’s Cordlife offer lapses after securing less than 1% stake
The offer was deemed unfair and unreasonable by an independent financial.
NeraTel secures $30m Southeast Asia contract renewal
It will implement a comprehensive smart services training programme.
Changi Airport taps MHI for APM system renewal
Construction is scheduled to be completed in 2030.
Sembcorp faces delay in 49 MW hydropower asset acquisition
The company ensures the exercise of discipline in assessing upcoming investments.
Capitaland debuts LyndenWoods in Singapore Science Park
Unit prices start from $2,200 psf.
Singaporeans prioritize health and meaning over longer lifespans
Among 1,021 Singaporean respondents surveyed, just 6% said they wished for a longer life.
1 in 2 Singaporeans say communication is excellent amongst insurers
89% said communication is important to their overall customer experience.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.56%; Top stock is SGX
SGX is the top stock with a 3.67% increase.
Singapore SMBs stay optimistic despite inflation and costs
Six in ten SMBs (61%) reported being impacted by inflation and rising operational costs.
Master Plan draws support for mixed-use, transport-linked growth
These locations are expected to see strong demand due to their accessibility and prestige
Singapore ranks 18th globally in daily digital ad exposure
At the top of the list is Nauru, where users encounter nearly 1,600 ad placements daily, followed by Iceland with over 1,500.
Singapore manufacturing hit as US reshoring cuts demand: report
Notably, 55% of Singapore’s exports to the US are now subject to a 10% tariff, with electronics and machinery forming the bulk of those goods.
Singapore employees rank work-life balance over pay anew
Whilst 62% of respondents reported feeling engaged in their roles, 18% said they felt disengaged.
Singapore investors prioritize nature outcomes over returns: report
44% of Singaporean investors cite environmental outcomes as their leading reason for increasing exposure to nature investments.
AI surge strains energy-hungry data centres
Smarter infrastructure and policy support urged as data storage demands soar.
Over half of Singaporeans are open to AI for critical life advice: report
Only around 1 in 5 are concerned about data security or ethics.
Sembcorp subsidiary issues $300m fixed rate notes at 3.55%
Proceeds will be used for general corporate and working capital needs.
Commentary
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