Financial Services

Over 4 in 5 businesses seek government support

The majority of those in the health sector have applied or are interested.
4 days ago

iFAST Corp net profit soars 46.3% YoY in Q4 2024

For FY2024, net profit rose 135.7% YoY to $66.63m.
4 days ago

Gen Z, Millennials struggle to build savings as they juggle heavier responsibilities

Those aged 25 to 44, who have more liabilities and invest the least, a study said.
5 days ago

MAS, ABS to launch unified payment entity for national schemes

The new entity will consolidate Singapore’s national payment schemes, including SGQR.
5 days ago

Singapore SMEs lose $800m annually in interest from idle cash: survey

Nearly half of SMEs prioritise guaranteed returns (48%) and liquidity (45%), but traditional banking solutions fail to meet both needs.
5 days ago

Syfe bids $55m to acquire Australia’s Selfwealth

The deal will also provide Selfwealth customers with access to Syfe’s broader range of investment products and tech-driven solutions.

Singtel’s Optus bags $1.64b credit facility with 12 banks in Australia

The facility will be used to refinance existing credit facilities.

Most finance leaders worry about nonfinancial data integrity: EY

43% of Singapore finance leaders citing inconsistencies and 30% reporting difficulties related to data formats.

MAS extends Global-Asia bond grant scheme through 2029

Significant changes have been introduced to the scheme, including a per-issuance cap for eligible expenses.

More than half of S’poreans rely on social media for financial advice

Half believe social media has improved their financial knowledge.

SG banks to report ‘softer’ earnings for Q4

DBS may declare a special dividend, according to analysts.

DBS redeems $1b perpetual securities at 3.30% on 27 February

The securities were issued under the 2020 US$3b Global Medium Term Note Programme.

Alta, Stableton to expand investor access to private companies

Currently, the global unicorn market is valued at $4.7t.

S’poreans can save up to $500 monthly through digital optimisation: study

This includes maximising credit cards offer between 5% to 8% cashback.