Singapore Business Review

2 in 5 Singaporeans wouldn’t accept a job without time, location flexibility: report
Workers in the city-state crave the flexibility to manage work alongside their lives.
Support for bans on plastic items strong across various age groups
Most (53%) support banning drinking straws,
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.41%; Top stock is DBS
DBS is the top stock despite a 6.427% decrease.
ComfortDelGro taps DBS to accelerate UK green bus shift
The transportation company purchased 135 electric buses with the green loan.
SMF, IGP&I ink deal on marine liability education
The agreement establishes a framework to enhance education and develop talent in the maritime industry.
3 in 5 novice nurses struggle with higher-complexity procedures
More than 40% were overwhelmed by ethical issues surrounding patient care responsibilities.
EGH Campus in Bedok North to offer services before 2030 completion
Services, such as teleconsulting and remote monitoring, are expected to start by 2026.
ISEC Healthcare’s net profit dips 6% to $3.18m in Q1
Administrative expenses grew due to increased business activities under specialised health services.
Soup Holdings disclosed food safety regulations violation and receipt of intended summons
The company has contract pest control for regular inspections
Jebsen & Jessen acquires GMA Garnet
It strengthens Jebsen & Jessen's global market position and supports GMA's growth plans.
Marina Bay Sands earnings jump 51.1% in 1Q24
The integrated resort also recorded higher net revenue.
The Hillshore sells three units on launch day
The units exchanged hands at an average price of $2,598 psf. 
Cordlife directors seek court block on share issue
The company earlier announced the issuance of 51.2 million shares via private placement. 

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Financial Services Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
Markets & Investing 20 Hottest Startups of 2024
Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.
Commercial Property Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse
The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Markets & Investing Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Markets & Investing Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus
A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).
HR & Education MBA offerings refined amidst downturn in enrollment
Despite adaptation to post pandemic shifts and the elevated value of MBA degrees, enrollees drop 8.3% in 2023.
HR & Education Singapore's plan to raise retirement age sparks debate
Experts see Singapore on track to setting retirement at 65 and re-employment at 70 by 2030.

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2 in 5 Singaporeans wouldn’t accept a job without time, location flexibility: report
Workers in the city-state crave the flexibility to manage work alongside their lives.
Support for bans on plastic items strong across various age groups
Most (53%) support banning drinking straws,
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.41%; Top stock is DBS
DBS is the top stock despite a 6.427% decrease.
ComfortDelGro taps DBS to accelerate UK green bus shift
The transportation company purchased 135 electric buses with the green loan.
SMF, IGP&I ink deal on marine liability education
The agreement establishes a framework to enhance education and develop talent in the maritime industry.
3 in 5 novice nurses struggle with higher-complexity procedures
More than 40% were overwhelmed by ethical issues surrounding patient care responsibilities.
EGH Campus in Bedok North to offer services before 2030 completion
Services, such as teleconsulting and remote monitoring, are expected to start by 2026.
ISEC Healthcare’s net profit dips 6% to $3.18m in Q1
Administrative expenses grew due to increased business activities under specialised health services.
Soup Holdings disclosed food safety regulations violation and receipt of intended summons
The company has contract pest control for regular inspections
Jebsen & Jessen acquires GMA Garnet
It strengthens Jebsen & Jessen's global market position and supports GMA's growth plans.
Marina Bay Sands earnings jump 51.1% in 1Q24
The integrated resort also recorded higher net revenue.
The Hillshore sells three units on launch day
The units exchanged hands at an average price of $2,598 psf. 
Cordlife directors seek court block on share issue
The company earlier announced the issuance of 51.2 million shares via private placement. 

Exclusives

Financial Services Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
Markets & Investing 20 Hottest Startups of 2024
Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.
Commercial Property Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse
The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Markets & Investing Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Markets & Investing Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus
A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).
HR & Education MBA offerings refined amidst downturn in enrollment
Despite adaptation to post pandemic shifts and the elevated value of MBA degrees, enrollees drop 8.3% in 2023.
HR & Education Singapore's plan to raise retirement age sparks debate
Experts see Singapore on track to setting retirement at 65 and re-employment at 70 by 2030.

Join the Singapore Business Review community