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Tan Tock Seng Hospital introduces flexible working shifts for nurses
The initiative allows nurses to have a mix of routine and flexible shifts.
UOB grants 30,400 shares to eligible non-executive directors
The share awards are part of the directors’ remuneration for 2023.
Riverstone logs 54.5% YoY net profit growth in Q124
This marks the fifth consecutive quarter of growth for the company.
OCBC logs record net profit of S$1.98b in Q1; EPS is S$1.76
Higher wealth management and insurance income pushed up fee income.
Marina Bay Sands, UOB, and STB partner to boost Marina Bay precinct
It aims to elevate Marina Bay’s status as a top lifestyle and business hub.
Geo Energy's Q124 net profit falls 46% YoY
Income for the quarter declined amid lower coal prices and production.
Bungalow on Dyson Road up for sale at $20m
The asset features 9,350 sq ft of freehold land with a built-up area of approximately 5,000 sq ft. 
Wilmar secures US$100m ESG-linked loan from Maybank
Maybank will lower the interest rates in tiers as Wilmar meets ESG goals.
Record sales drive Sri Tang Gloves' profit surge in 1Q24
The company reported a net profit of THB146.8m ($5.4m).
Worker and student accommodation demand boosts Centurion revenue
The company posted a 30% revenue growth in 1Q24.
HSBC's Philip Lee joins ST Engineering board
He will be part of the finance committee.
F&N profit rises 52.5% YoY in 1H24 despite currency challenges
Attributable profit for the period was $83.8m.
United Hampshire NPI suffers 1.3% YoY drop in 1Q24
The REIT linked the decline to the loss of contributions from Big Pine Center.

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HR & Education New guideline restricts rejections of flexible work arrangement requests to business factors
By December this year, employees whose requests were rejected based on bias can seek union aid.
Food & Beverage Startup future-proofs coffee with bean-free alternative amidst climate crisis
Prefer transforms surplus ingredients like day-old bread, soybean pulp, and barley grains into bean-free coffee.
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).

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Tan Tock Seng Hospital introduces flexible working shifts for nurses
The initiative allows nurses to have a mix of routine and flexible shifts.
UOB grants 30,400 shares to eligible non-executive directors
The share awards are part of the directors’ remuneration for 2023.
Riverstone logs 54.5% YoY net profit growth in Q124
This marks the fifth consecutive quarter of growth for the company.
OCBC logs record net profit of S$1.98b in Q1; EPS is S$1.76
Higher wealth management and insurance income pushed up fee income.
Marina Bay Sands, UOB, and STB partner to boost Marina Bay precinct
It aims to elevate Marina Bay’s status as a top lifestyle and business hub.
Geo Energy's Q124 net profit falls 46% YoY
Income for the quarter declined amid lower coal prices and production.
Bungalow on Dyson Road up for sale at $20m
The asset features 9,350 sq ft of freehold land with a built-up area of approximately 5,000 sq ft. 
Wilmar secures US$100m ESG-linked loan from Maybank
Maybank will lower the interest rates in tiers as Wilmar meets ESG goals.
Record sales drive Sri Tang Gloves' profit surge in 1Q24
The company reported a net profit of THB146.8m ($5.4m).
Worker and student accommodation demand boosts Centurion revenue
The company posted a 30% revenue growth in 1Q24.
HSBC's Philip Lee joins ST Engineering board
He will be part of the finance committee.
F&N profit rises 52.5% YoY in 1H24 despite currency challenges
Attributable profit for the period was $83.8m.
United Hampshire NPI suffers 1.3% YoY drop in 1Q24
The REIT linked the decline to the loss of contributions from Big Pine Center.

Exclusives

HR & Education New guideline restricts rejections of flexible work arrangement requests to business factors
By December this year, employees whose requests were rejected based on bias can seek union aid.
Food & Beverage Startup future-proofs coffee with bean-free alternative amidst climate crisis
Prefer transforms surplus ingredients like day-old bread, soybean pulp, and barley grains into bean-free coffee.
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).

Join the Singapore Business Review community