News
EDB works with Johnson & Johnson to innovate SG’s life sciences
EDB works with Johnson & Johnson to innovate SG’s life sciences
The collaboration backs early-stage firms and fast track innovative medicines.
Cindy Teo is Prime US Reit’s new CFO
She previously had top posts in LOGOS and OUE Hospitality Reit.
TSH Group debuts on SGX
The company is primarily listed on Bursa Malaysia.
SG and India collaborate to use technology for enhanced access to justice
The two markets signed two deals to promote bilateral judicial cooperation.
Singapore’s investment banking fees decline on fewer M&As
Banks also recorded lower DCM fees compared to the first nine months of 2022.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.33%; ThaiBev is top stock
ThaiBev closed trading at 5.36% up.
Debt capital markets activity drops 28% YoY in 9M23
Singapore also marked its lowest first nine-month total since 2015.
StorHub bags $180m sustainability-linked loan
It is Asia’s first sustainability-linked loan in the self-storage sector.
SG emerges as the world’s leading source of capital investment
The country’s cross-border capital investment reached US$21.8b in 1H23.
DPM Lawrence Wong named deputy chairman of GIC
He has served as GIC director since 1 November 2018.
Singaporeans are least likely to follow influencers amongst Southeast Asian peers
Only 39% of Singaporeans follow influencers.
Seven in 10 CEOs say businesses not doing enough to address AI consequences
An EY study showed that more than half of CEOs want to focus on ethical AI.
Inflation eases to 4.0% in August
MTI attributed the moderation to lower core and accommodation inflation.
SingPost to accept FedEx parcels in trial period
It will accept e-commerce dedicated parcels.
Competition commission greenlights Fujifilm-CMC Materials KMG Corporation merger
The commission cited four reasons for its financial assessment.
CapitaLand divests four properties in France for $64.7m
The divestment is part of CLAS’ ongoing efforts to enhance its portfolio.
SG and other Asian economies record a rise in GenAI startups
More than $956m was invested and may see an increase.
Commentary
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Singapore’s small exporters need credit that matches their payment cycle
The hidden realities of succession for next-gen heirs
In Asia, fintech leaders must compete on credibility
F1 on a gravel road: Why AI is still stuck in first gear
Why AI blocklists give Singapore firms a false sense of security
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