In Focus

Singapore real estate rebounds 28% in 2024, reversing 30% slump

Easing interest rates and renewed investor confidence will likely sustain momentum into 2025, according to CBRE.

Seven of 10 SMEs to invest in Gen AI to stay competitive

Small businesses are willing to allocate capital in the latest technologies to stay in the running.

Suntec, Keppel, OUE REITs report strong office occupancy in 2024

Return-to-office and demand for subdivided space lifted OUE REIT’s portfolio reversion.

Food industry told to harness blockchain amidst stricter safety rules

Parliament wants to ensure unsafe food can be quickly removed from the market.

Etiqa launches Singapore’s first takaful insurance product in years

Demand for Islamic financial products from the Middle East and Southeast Asia is growing.

Easing restrictions on foreign workers could fuel JS-SEZ success

Flexibility is needed to attract more companies to the special economic zone, experts said.

Strong supermarket outlook driven by positive retail consumption trends

The segment is growing driven by cost efficiencies and new outlets.

Are cautious investors missing out on quality S-REIT stocks?

Valuations are below historical means, and lower interest rates is a plus for S-REITs.

Review of hiring process sought under Workplace Fairness bill

Job interviews should avoid bias against age, nationality, sex, religion and disability.

Tech startups, factories may benefit most from Johor-Singapore ecozone

These companies will enjoy a much lower 5% corporate income tax.

Life insurers eye growth in 2025: LIA

The push for innovative healthcare solutions amidst medical inflation is a challenge

New home sales poised for up to 50% growth in 2025

One of the drivers will be lower mortgage rates.

Mixed outlook for SGX despite expected strong H1 growth

SGX’s operating revenue will climb by 14.6% in H1.

SG banks to report ‘softer’ earnings for Q4

DBS may declare a special dividend, according to analysts.

Developers to remain 'selective' with GLS bids in 2025

Dairy Farm Walk and Tengah Garden Avenue tenders reflect developers' cautious approach.