Singapore
Blockchain-based commodity trading platform launched in Singapore
Blockchain-based commodity trading platform launched in Singapore
It has reached a turnover of US$200m covering markets like China, Switzerland, and Australia.
Keppel bags $111.11m contract for Australia's first waste-to-energy plant
The facility will be able to reduce 90% of the waste that goes to landfills.
Singapore clinches ninth spot in highest average wealth per adult: Credit Suisse
It hit $390,280, thanks to high savings and asset price increases.
Embattled Hyflux stays afloat with $530m investment from Indonesian consortium
It is made up of Salim Group and Medco Group.
Metro Holdings issues $150m notes at 4%
The notes will be issued on 25 October.
The rise of cryptocurrency malware and ways to reduce risks
Being in the epicentre of exchange and commerce means that Singapore must rely on and keep up with technology. However, this dependence can make our Little Red Dot more vulnerable to cyberthreats and attacks than ever before.
UOB kicks off eLab in Southeast Asia
It will use behavioural insights to promote better saving and spending habits.
Soilbuild REIT Q3 NPI fell 8.8% to $16.22m
It blamed the divestment of KTL Offshore and lower contributions from properties.
Noble gives creditors instructions on restructuring claims
Creditors can risk participate in the US$625m new money debt.
LTA to raise number of COEs for November to January by 8.9%
The quota for motorcycles will inch up 34.65% to 2,207 per month.
Plans to reshape Sentosa and Pulau Brani underway
The government will make way for new tourist attractions and investments.
COE premiums for small cars dropped 10.19% in mid-October bid
Motorcycle COE premiums were down 3.84% to $3,951.
Keppel T&T Q3 profits down 12% to $11.85m
It was dragged mainly by higher operating costs.
URA to shrink shoebox unit standards amidst 'excessive' development
Average unit sizes outside the central area will be raised by 15 sqm to 85 sqm.
Visitor arrivals to Singapore up 7.7% to 9.2 million in H1
1.3 million visitors came for business-related purposes and spent $2.2b worth of tourism receipts.
Flexible working set-ups could add $54.8b to economy by 2030
This will come in the form of higher productivity and reduced opex.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 1.29%
Wall Street's retreat could mute gains today.
Commentary
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