News
DBS redeems $1b perpetual securities at 3.30% on 27 February
DBS redeems $1b perpetual securities at 3.30% on 27 February
The securities were issued under the 2020 US$3b Global Medium Term Note Programme.
NTUC, SNEF partner to double certified HR professionals by 2025
NTUC is also working with HR professionals to flag out potentially unfair practices.
Personal accident, health insurance market to exceed $8.5b by 2029
In 2024, PA&H insurance growth is forecast at 8.9%.
Landed home rentals to recover in 2025, luxury segment to slow: report
The brighter economic outlook will drive the rebound this year.
SGX sees 18% YoY rise in derivatives traded volume in December
Derivatives DAV grew 5% YoY.
UOL-SingLand JV acquires 50% stake in Sydney property
The acquisition was valued at $390m.
Fu Yu’s largest shareholder calls for EGM amidst company’s poor performance
He also wants two directors fired.
United Food Holdings to complete exit offer by March
The company will be delisted from the SGX.
Singapore SMEs register improved health in Q4: OCBC SME Index
1 in 5 SMEs are looking to expand overseas and improve business in 2025.
GKE Corp awaits greenlight on proposed entry into mobile handset distribution
It says the new handset distribution is meant to complement its current business.
SATS wins 14 new cargo and ground handling contracts from Air India
Air India also renewed 11 contracts with SATS and its unit.
Fortress Minerals sees over 19% net profit after tax decline in 9M 2024
Revenue also declined by 7.48% to $52m.
NeraTel disputes claim filed against Malaysian unit over lease agreement
The claimant is seeking $71,168.83 in liquidated damages.
Singapore launches first fractional art ownership platform
Investments start at $1,000.
King Wan secures $43.7m new mechanical and electrical contracts
The projects are scheduled to be completed between 2027 and 2028.
Manulife US REIT warns of net loss amidst 9.3% portfolio valuation decline
The REIT plans to divest properties to repay debt.
Alta, Stableton to expand investor access to private companies
Currently, the global unicorn market is valued at $4.7t.
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