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Top 9 Businesses to Start in Singapore in 2025

Aspiring to begin your year with a new business in Singapore! Here are the nine best business areas, in detail, that will help you find the most suitable one. Singapore is destined to be aptly positioned geographically and politically, bringing favourable manufacturing and trade opportunities. It has developed world-class port facilities and is a hub…

3E Accounting E-Newsletter

E-Newsletter October 2024

Dear Valued Customers, Welcome to Our October Newsletter 2024 From being featured in The Straits Times in Singapore to cross border SEZs, October has been a busy one for the 3E Accounting world, and we’re going to share an overview of what’s been happening in Singapore and our Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Indonesia counterparts.  …

Singapore Tightening Anti-Money Laundering Rules

Singapore Tightening Anti-Money Laundering Rules

Anti-Money Laundering Rules in Singapore Now Have Additional Measures Singapore officials unveiled additional anti-money laundering rules pertaining to inter-agency data sharing, dormant entities and channels closure, and programs to encourage businesses to report suspected activities. After uncovering a massive money laundering network last year, authorities seized over $2.2 billion in assets and imprisoned ten foreigners.…

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A Foreigner’s Guide to Register a Business in Singapore

Foreign entrepreneurs registering a business in Singapore must engage a licensed Corporate Service Provider to submit incorporation documents through the ACRA BizFile+ portal, as direct self-registration requires Singpass access unavailable to overseas nationals. Six pre-incorporation requirements govern every application. A unique ACRA-approved company name, minimum share capital of SGD 1, at least one shareholder, one…

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Incorporating a Company in Singapore in 2026

Singapore recorded 617,848 active business entities including 453,787 registered companies as of mid-2025, with 6,610 new companies formed between January and May alone, averaging over 1,320 fresh registrations monthly across its highly accessible incorporation environment. Incorporating a company in Singapore follows five structured steps completing within one to three business days through the ACRA BizFile+…

Effective IT Solutions for Growing Your Small Business

Effective IT Solutions for Growing Your Small Business

Top IT Solutions Every Small Business Needs for Rapid Growth Running a small business comes with its own set of challenges, especially as it begins to grow. Efficient management, robust security, and strategic planning become critical components for sustained success. This is where the adoption of effective IT solutions can make a considerable difference. By…

Easy Accounting Tips for New Singapore Companies

Easy Accounting Tips for New Singapore Companies

Essential Accounting Tips to Kickstart Your New Company in Singapore Setting up accounting for a new Singapore company requires strict compliance with ACRA and IRAS regulations from the very first day of operations, covering recordkeeping, tax filings, and financial reporting obligations that directly determine long-term business sustainability. Five foundational practices establish a strong financial framework.…

Choosing the Best Cloud Solutions for Singapore SMEs

Choosing the Best Cloud Solutions for Singapore SMEs

How to Select the Right Cloud Solutions for Singapore SMEs Cloud solutions have revolutionised the way small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operate, offering scalable, cost-effective, and efficient ways to manage business processes. For SMEs in Singapore, embracing cloud technology can provide a significant edge, enabling you to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance data security.…