Financial Services
Singapore named Asia’s top fintech hub, fourth globally
The Lion City attracted the highest level of VC investments, offering regulatory stability.
Singapore’s investment banking fees decline on fewer M&As
Banks also recorded lower DCM fees compared to the first nine months of 2022.
Geo Energy bags US$220m term loan
The company will use the loan to fund certain acquisitions.
For elusive crypto clarity, the world turns to Singapore
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Financial fitness is a major factor when it comes to the quality of life: Study
Developed markets scored lower than those in emerging markets.
Gov’t to inject $2.4b raised from first sovereign green bond to rail network expansion
The government has already allocated 30% of the funds raised.
More assets seized from foreigners allegedly linked to money laundering scheme
The total amount of seized assets increased to $2.4b.
Major retail banks in SG boost anti-malware security measures
In 1H23, scam victims have reported a loss of $334.5m.
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.
PM Lee Hsien Loong yearns for G20 nations to improve WTO, MDBs
Updating will keep up with the digital transformation and modern economy.
Robocash Group enters new phase as ‘UnaFinancial’
It plans to expand its services in the financial sector.
What can weigh down Singapore's financial market?
Economists cited three factors.
MAS slaps former Goldman Sachs managing director with lifetime prohibition orders
Roger Ng was involved in the 1MDB financial scandal.
The majority of Singaporean youth believe that financial advice-seeking is beneficial
The study reveals that family comes in third most reliable source of financial advice.
Around 4 in 5 wealthy Singaporeans attribute better decisions to financial advisers
The younger generation is more keen to consult financial advisers early.
SG, India kickstart cross-border trade financing
The countries had their first live transaction using the TradeTrust Framework.
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