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FCT raises $421.3m in oversubscribed equity fundraising activity
FCT raises $421.3m in oversubscribed equity fundraising activity
The upsized private placement was 4 times subscribed.
Singapore-listed UOB ETF changes index for enhanced tradability
It aims to enhance investability and operational efficiency for offshore managers.
Singapore companies risk exposure amidst poor AI readiness
Many firms also lack internal expertise and have yet to integrate AI risk into their core control frameworks, the firm said.
Job ads decline 3.7% as lower-skilled roles shrink
Job postings in scientific research and development rose 35%, whilst security and public safety roles climbed 31%.
Singaporeans link proper lunch to higher productivity: report
The disconnect stems largely from heavy workloads (46%) and a lack of time (36%).
350 Tanjong Katong shophouse on the market for $7.98m
The two-storey property sits in the heart of Tanjong Katong’s heritage district and is fully tenanted.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.63%; Top stock is Venture
Venture is the top stock with a 1.91% increase.
NUH, Jaga-Me ink MoU for supportive and palliative care
It will focus on areas such as Healthier SG and Age Well SG options.
Gov’t introduces electric harbour craft charging guide
The guide includes measures to protect personnel and property.
JTC launches 3 industrial sites under 2025 IGLS Programme
These sites come with an extended three-year lease tenure.
SG millennials, Gen Z want rewards customisation in credit cards
Over 1 in 2 said that being able to customize rewards will reduce the need to switch.
Accounting, storage, and cargo handling prices rose in Q4 2024
Freight forwarding and sea freight transport prices fell during the quarter.
SG, Rotterdam strengthen green and digital shipping corridor collab
The collaboration aimed to test and accelerate the adoption of sustainable fuels.
Manulife unveils IUL product tied to S&P 500 returns
Over half of HNWIs said they prioritise customisable payout features
GuocoLand names new group company secretary
Mary Goh Swon Ping has resigned from the role.
GuocoLand China names Keppel China EVP as new managing director
He is formerly from Keppel’s real estate division in China.
Businesses sentiment of small enterprises hit highest since 2019
Over 6 in 10 small businesses in Singapore expect growth, CPA Australia found.
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