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Carousell Campus launched to enhance recommerce capabilities
It will improve brands’ authentication and inspection.
SATS launches workshops to help suppliers go green
It offers training on the sources of emissions and how suppliers can abate their emissions.
Singapore named world’s top maritime centre for 10th straight year
The city edged 43 other global maritime hubs to clinch the title.
Financial fitness is a major factor when it comes to the quality of life: Study
Developed markets scored lower than those in emerging markets. 
EC World REIT releases $2.1m from reserve to repay onshore interest
The REIT has fully repaired its onshore interest expenses due 20 September.
EC World REIT extends trading suspension to resolve ‘uncertainties’
The company said its liabilities have exceeded its assets by $133.2m.
Sevens Atelier vows to cooperate on MAS, CAD probe
The company is under investigation for violation of  Securities and Futures Act 2001.
NTUC urges gov’t, employers to provide new training support for employees
Amongst the support which employers can provide is a training allowance, said NTUC.
MAS unveils list of too-big-to-fail insurers, imposes higher capital requirements
The four initial insurers are to face a 25% capital add-on, boosting higher and lower supervisory intervention levels, CET1 and  Tier 1.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 1.21%; Yangzijiang Shipbuilding is top stock
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding closed trading at 4.19% up.
5 in 10 employers mull hiring temporary workers
Companies in the energy and utilities sector are most likely to do so.
Around 9 in 10 IT leaders aim integrate AI in business functions
AI is used in digital infrastructure management and sales, amongst others.

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Building & Engineering H&M makes fashion statement with sustainable facade at revamped Orchard store
The company used ‘i-Mesh’ fabric as the store’s facade, marking a first in Southeast Asia.
Healthcare Startups focusing on ‘continuity of care’ flourish in SG’s booming health tech sector
Life sciences expert says fragmented data remains a challenge for many healthcare institutions and an opportunity for tech startups.
Hotels & Tourism Singapore floats plans for new businesses in river precinct
The precinct’s placemaker aims to boost footfall with more immersive activities for all.
HR & Education Data-backed strategies needed in workplace setup decisions: expert
A human resources expert advised using data and listening to employees when deciding on workplace schemes.
Financial Services DPT service providers face higher costs under MAS’ investor protection measures
MAS has required all providers to hold customers’ money and assets in a trust.
Markets & Investing Will Singapore’s equity capital markets sustain its growth in 2H23?
In 1H23, equity capital raisings by Singaporean firms totalled US$2.6b.
Insurance Great Eastern bridges sustainability and insurance through portfolio integration
The Singaporean insurer emphasised the role that sustainability compliance plays amongst insurers even as green investments face a supply-demand issue.

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Carousell Campus launched to enhance recommerce capabilities
It will improve brands’ authentication and inspection.
SATS launches workshops to help suppliers go green
It offers training on the sources of emissions and how suppliers can abate their emissions.
Singapore named world’s top maritime centre for 10th straight year
The city edged 43 other global maritime hubs to clinch the title.
Financial fitness is a major factor when it comes to the quality of life: Study
Developed markets scored lower than those in emerging markets. 
EC World REIT releases $2.1m from reserve to repay onshore interest
The REIT has fully repaired its onshore interest expenses due 20 September.
EC World REIT extends trading suspension to resolve ‘uncertainties’
The company said its liabilities have exceeded its assets by $133.2m.
Sevens Atelier vows to cooperate on MAS, CAD probe
The company is under investigation for violation of  Securities and Futures Act 2001.
NTUC urges gov’t, employers to provide new training support for employees
Amongst the support which employers can provide is a training allowance, said NTUC.
MAS unveils list of too-big-to-fail insurers, imposes higher capital requirements
The four initial insurers are to face a 25% capital add-on, boosting higher and lower supervisory intervention levels, CET1 and  Tier 1.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 1.21%; Yangzijiang Shipbuilding is top stock
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding closed trading at 4.19% up.
5 in 10 employers mull hiring temporary workers
Companies in the energy and utilities sector are most likely to do so.
Around 9 in 10 IT leaders aim integrate AI in business functions
AI is used in digital infrastructure management and sales, amongst others.

Exclusives

Building & Engineering H&M makes fashion statement with sustainable facade at revamped Orchard store
The company used ‘i-Mesh’ fabric as the store’s facade, marking a first in Southeast Asia.
Healthcare Startups focusing on ‘continuity of care’ flourish in SG’s booming health tech sector
Life sciences expert says fragmented data remains a challenge for many healthcare institutions and an opportunity for tech startups.
Hotels & Tourism Singapore floats plans for new businesses in river precinct
The precinct’s placemaker aims to boost footfall with more immersive activities for all.
HR & Education Data-backed strategies needed in workplace setup decisions: expert
A human resources expert advised using data and listening to employees when deciding on workplace schemes.
Financial Services DPT service providers face higher costs under MAS’ investor protection measures
MAS has required all providers to hold customers’ money and assets in a trust.
Markets & Investing Will Singapore’s equity capital markets sustain its growth in 2H23?
In 1H23, equity capital raisings by Singaporean firms totalled US$2.6b.
Insurance Great Eastern bridges sustainability and insurance through portfolio integration
The Singaporean insurer emphasised the role that sustainability compliance plays amongst insurers even as green investments face a supply-demand issue.

Join the Singapore Business Review community