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Singapore developers seen holding back on land bids
Singapore developers seen holding back on land bids
Some may form joint ventures for big projects to cut risk.
Info-Tech eyes regional growth after SGX listing
It kept 91% of its customers in the past fiscal year—above the industry average.
Automation stalls hiring at top banks
Lenders are also upskilling to keep up with tech.
Stamp duty rule change may deter some property investors
The four-year holding period and higher tax rates are meant to curb speculation.
Singapore’s Pyxis eyes Asia for solar-powered boat expansion
The startup's solar-electric vessels aim to decarbonise inland waterways.
Top auction houses draw Southeast Asia’s elite art buyers
Moneyed Millennials and Gen Zers are spending more on art pieces.
DCS Card Centre embraces Web3 as superapps reshape payments
A stablecoin conversion card offers a bridge between crypto and cash.
Second-generation Singapore artists attract interest
Younger collectors with tighter budgets are drawn to their art.
No mega-deals as Singapore M&A market slumps
Deal value fell 7% year on year, whilst volume dropped 27%.
CapitaLand Investment to list first REIT in China
Abundant liquidity and a large pool of retail investors will drive the demand.
Citi Singapore nearly triples wealth transactions after digital revamp
Four of five clients use the bank’s mobile app regularly.
Travel reward platform HeyMax eyes Japan, Hong Kong
The Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing travel market, with annual growth of 10%.
ByteGenie links hotels with travelers using AI
Hotels can save 85% of their time while looking for occupants.
Seedflex facilitates loans based on sales
Higher revenue means faster repayment terms.
CBRE opens ‘bigger, better, bolder’ office at Marina Bay
The ‘Emerald of the City’ is 75% larger and features a smart design.
SAL to teach lawyers how to stay ahead of AI curve
Jurists must develop critical thinking when using high-tech tools.
Banks leave more jobs unfilled as hiring slows
For every two people who resign, only one post gets replaced.
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