In Focus
DPT service providers face higher costs under MAS’ investor protection measures
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.
Why Champion Way site drew more bids than Lentor Central
The land parcels received six and two bids, respectively.
Why GLS tenders for EC sites like Plantation Close attract more developers
The Plantation Close EC site received nine bids.
Shophouse market shines amidst sharp increase in ABSD
In 2Q23, sales of shophouses jumped 45.5% QoQ.
Will Singapore’s equity capital markets sustain its growth in 2H23?
In 1H23, equity capital raisings by Singaporean firms totalled US$2.6b.
Economists unveil 3 risks to Singapore’s economic growth
Experts expect the economy to grow 1.0% in 2023.
How many bids will the Lorong 1 Toa Payoh site attract?
Developers may bid cautiously due to recent tepid responses to GLS tenders, experts warned.
Singapore’s most notable architecture professionals under 40 of 2023
Many of the architects included in this year’s list are involved in sustainable developments.
Biophilic design sweeps through Singapore's buildings as property owners go green
Incorporating nature-inspired building elements boosts occupant productivity, says an architecture expert.
What drove adjustment in land betterment charge rates?
Rates rose for commercial and hospitality properties but declined for residential.
Singapore's most notable real estate agents under 40 of 2023
Majority of agents in the list are experts on the residential market.
Properties promoting ‘live, work and play’ gain popularity in Singapore
Homebuyers want homes that they can customise to meet their multifaceted needs.
Experts tout SG’s strata commercial spaces an ideal investment choice
Apart from delivering significant returns, this property type is not affected by the recent ABSD hike.
Retail sector offers the least work flexibility: report
Only four in 10 retail employees feel their employers offer flexibility.
Can Hong Kong’s ex-pats boost Singapore’s rental leasing volume?
Private residential transactions have dropped 1.9% QoQ in 2Q23.
3 reasons why prices will be sticky in 3Q23
Analysts have already observed price stickiness in July.
Singapore fund flows healthy in Q2, but gains to slow in rest of 2023: analyst
Economic growth will slow in H2, which may limit the rate of market gains.
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