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Industrials gain momentum on SGX amidst tech and trade shifts: SGX
Industrials gain momentum on SGX amidst tech and trade shifts: SGX
Industrials now make up one-fifth of the 100 most actively traded stocks by average daily turnover, SGX reported.
Four in five firms expect tariff-related disruption: survey
MNCs expressed greater concern (89%) compared to small and medium-sized enterprises SMEs.
Singtel launches $2b share buyback as part of capital plan
The buybacks will be executed on the open market, with the repurchased shares to be cancelled.
Nearly 60% of Singaporeans unlikely to leave city: survey
59% of Singapore residents said they were “unlikely” or “very unlikely” to leave the city.
Shophouse at MacPherson Road launched for sale at $7.8m
This is roughly $1,625 per square foot based on gross floor area.
Singapore IT leaders struggle to secure IT infrastructure: report
Over the past year, 51% of IT leaders have experienced a data breach.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.17%; Top stock is Singtel
Singtel is the top stock with a 2.60% increase.
Airwallex raises $387m in Series F funding for expansion plans
The company plans to use the funds to expand into Japan, Korea, the UAE, and Latin America.
Singtel launches $2b share buyback programme
This is the group’s first share buyback programme.
Temasek-backed SeaTown invests $115m in AddVita
AddVita will use the funds to enact its ‘buy-and-build’ strategy.
Singtel net profit rises fivefold in FY2025
The growth was driven by a net exceptional gain of $1.55b.
Koh urges collective effort to secure Singapore’s cyberspace
He reiterated that cybersecurity requires a sustained, collective effort.
SBF reelects Teo Siong Seng as chairman
His reappointment took effect on 20 May.
District 1 leads Singapore rents at $9,225 in Q1
Rents in these areas reached $9,225, $8,200, and $8,000 respectively.
Baiduri Bank opens Singapore representative office
Young Yi will serve as chief representative officer.
Economy up 3.9% YoY in Q1
This growth was driven by the wholesale trade, manufacturing, finance, and insurance sectors.
PwC to open $5.16m AI hub in Singapore
The project is supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board.
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