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Hybrid work to potentially boost productivity and cut costs in Singapore
Hybrid work to potentially boost productivity and cut costs in Singapore
Businesses could potentially save on 55% real estate costs by shifting to hybrid work.
SGX’s securities daily average value expected to sustain growth through 2027
SDAV is expected to rise 9% in FY2026 and 4% in FY2027.
Singapore home prices expected to rise modestly in 2025
Around 3,800 more homes are expected to be completed for the rest of the year.
Singapore ranks fourth in global AI readiness and tech skills
Thanks to its national initiatives, such as the National AI Strategy 2.0.
No mega-deals as Singapore M&A market slumps
Deal value fell 7% year on year, whilst volume dropped 27%.
SSD rule change preemptive measure against property flipping
This will make investors looking to flip properties think twice.
CBD office rents face pressure with no new supply until 2027
Colliers forecasts annual rental growth in the Prime CBD segment to fall between 0-2% for 2025.
Johor-Singapore SEZ expected to boost cross-border investment
The country accounted for almost two-thirds of the region’s total inflows.
Singapore seen to grow 2.4% in 2025
The economy is expected to beyond expectations despite the impact US tariffs.
Experts warn of possible deterioration in Singapore’s labour market
UOB cites falling recruitment and resignation rates as early warning signs.
5 structural themes driving Singapore’s earnings visibility
The material impact of these themes is expected to become more pronounced in the second half of 2025.
7 in 10 investors see Singapore stock market as safe haven: study
Higher-risk investors are rotating into markets perceived undervalued, it found.
What will drive Singapore to double its stock market value by 2030?
Singapore could even rank closer to peers like Taiwan and Australia.
How much could inflation increase amidst Israel-Iran conflict?
Singapore's inflation in 2025-2026 is at risk of exceeding the MAS's target.
Clarity on advancement urged as worker confidence gains momentum
Just one in four workers report having promotion opportunities.
GDP may fall 3% as trade exposure grows: KPMG
The report projects that Singapore’s GDP growth may decline by as much as 3%.
Here are the five stocks that may benefit from MAS’ $5b EQDP
Macquarie Equity Research expects the EQDP to be implemented in Q3 2025.
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