In Focus
InterContinental is saving insurance for a rainy day
InterContinental is saving insurance for a rainy day
NUS Professor Charoenwong discusses the effectiveness and value of a Singaporean hotel’s rain insurance offer.
Industry boosts accounting appeal with new roles, education programmes
There has been a 10% decrease in accounting degree students at universities in Singapore.
Three investment strategies to boost Singapore’s green lead
In 2023, Singapore made US$913m worth of private green investments.
Services sector key to Singapore's 2024 growth
In 1Q24, all services-producing industries recorded YoY expansions.
Are your go-to online marketplaces safe enough?
In 2023, Singapore reported 9,783 e-commerce scam cases.
20 Hottest Startups of 2024
Sustainability-focused startups dominated the list.
Colliers transforms Singapore office into regional powerhouse
The newly revamped office showcases Colliers’ commitment to innovation, collaboration, and sustainability.
Single bids for Zion and Upper Thomson sites reflect new norm in the residential market
The sites received a bid of $1.11b and $779.56m, respectively.
Days of excess are over, investors warn founders
Deal activity in Asia Pacific fell 26.3% YoY in 2023.
Sustainability, biomedical startups draw investors, founder focus
A nine-month study in 2023 showed green tech investments totalling $268.5m (US$201m).
Private downgraders and first-time buyers drive HDB resale price spike
Experts predict a 3%-5% uptick in resale prices.
MBA offerings refined amidst downturn in enrollment
Despite adaptation to post pandemic shifts and the elevated value of MBA degrees, enrollees drop 8.3% in 2023.
Singapore's plan to raise retirement age sparks debate
Experts see Singapore on track to setting retirement at 65 and re-employment at 70 by 2030.
Inflation rises to 3.4% YoY in February
This is faster following a 2.9% slowdown in January.
Workforce faces modest salary hikes as a majority of firms limit raises to 3%
About 17.9% of employers anticipate maintaining the same salary levels.
OWNDAYS Singapore softens tax hike impact on consumers
GM says they cut SG$20 (US$14.95) in over 200 designs and retained the prices across the rest of the products.
Read Here
Advertise
Sign Up
Commentary
Singapore's hiring slowdown: A call for data-driven resilience
When it comes to AI, there is no such thing as too many chefs
The agility trap: Why most Singaporean businesses are structured for stability, not speed
Building a Southern Malaysia supply chain ecosystem for Singapore’s advanced manufacturing
Failed talks, rising costs: Why Singapore still feels the shock of Middle East tensions
How Singapore consumer brands can build strong supply chains amidst rising input costs
Singapore’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on infrastructure
Why a clear digital roadmap is essential for business success
Singapore’s port model is under pressure as shipping disruptions reshape trade