Financial Services

Budget 2025: Winners and Losers

Experts say some sectors could face drawbacks from budget measures.

UOB Group launches $3b Capital Distribution Package for shareholders

The group also introduced a $2b share buyback programme.

Paragon REIT taps PrimePartners as adviser in privatisation bid

The IFA would advise the independent directors of the REIT’s manager.

Over 4 in 5 businesses seek government support

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

iFAST Corp net profit soars 46.3% YoY in Q4 2024

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

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.

MAS, ABS to launch unified payment entity for national schemes

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

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.

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.