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SG firm partners with Congo to close gap in digital ID system
SG firm partners with Congo to close gap in digital ID system
The initiative aims to design a secure national solution adapted to the Congo market.
New Bridge Road commercial site up for sale at $80m
The sale will be via an Expression of Interest.
Spindex sees 6.5% rise in net profit to $6.8m in H1 FY2025
Gross profit increased by 8.9% to $18.8m.
Zhongxin Fruit and Juice records $4m net profit in HY2025
However, the gross profit margin decreased to 16.3% from 18.4%.
STI rises 23.2% in 10 months, surpassing 17-year high
STI recorded a net institutional inflow of $489m.
OCBC, EnterpriseSG offer SMEs sustainability assessments, green loans
SMEs will be able to measure their sustainability performance.
Singapore cap rates remain stable in Q4 2024
In APAC, consumer spending has surged during the Q4 festive season, benefitting the retail sector.
FSL Trust posts $11m net profit in 2024
This is an increase compared to a net profit of $3.7m in the same period of the preceding year.
Singapore remains Western Australia’s top APAC market in 2024
Family travellers accounted for 35% of total visits.
Asia-Pacific Strategic Investments to establish casino, bank in Timor-Leste
The company signed two cooperation agreements with Timor-Leste on 8 February.
‘Pro-growth’ 2025 budget needed amidst global uncertainty: BofA
This year’s fiscal plan should contrast last year’s neutral stance.
Pan Pacific Orchard taps Jason Leung as new general manager
His appointment was effective 27 January.
Oiltek’s FY2024 net profit soars 55% to $9m
Earnings per share stood at $0.0629.
Singapore hiring slows by 11% in 2024
The country saw a 45% decline in tech roles.
36% of Singaporeans opt for extra coverage beyond work insurance
However, 90% of Singaporeans already own medical insurance.
ISOTeam’s earnings surge 36.5% YoY in H1 2025
Earnings per share stood at $0.0028.
Paragon Reit NPI up 4.5% in FY2024
It was driven by positive rental reversions.
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