Singapore

Investments in the urban solutions and sustainability domain surged 56% over last year.

But sectors such as hospitality/F&B, amongst others, need more support.

OCBC saw the sharpest decline amongst top active stocks with a 4.5% drop.

And B Capital, Antler announced collaboration.

Almost 41% of restaurants surveyed have ceased their operations completely during the circuit breaker period.

When the full magnitude of the Covid-19 pandemic took hold, trading firms across the Asia-Pacific had to deploy their pre-existing business continuity plans (BCPs) - It has been an eye-opening experience. Firms have discovered that BCPs are much more than a box-ticking exercise. The planning that goes into one can determine the success–or even the survival–of a firm.

This comes as companies struggle to monitor third-party risks during the pandemic.

SIA led the gains amongst top active stocks with a 1.96% expansion.

And Bvlgari launches Singapore online store ahead of Italy.

Some in the hospitality/F&B, wholesale and construction sectors resort to delaying payments.

Actuals movements amongst retailers showed mixed results.

The office has the same traditional setup from their headquarters and engineering hub.

Singapore and Indonesia dominated the VC fundraising market.

The impact of the pandemic was most felt by hotels within the upscale segment.

These salary adjustments are set to take effect on 1 June.

It will be used to expand their presence in Hong Kong.