Singapore
GuocoLand unit prices $110m notes at fixed 2.5%
GuocoLand unit prices $110m notes at fixed 2.5%
They are expected to mature on 30 September 2030.
Simba to pay Altitude Xperience $699k in trespass dispute
High Court rejects claim that rooftop equipment could stay rent-free.
SIA, Malaysia Airlines roll out first joint fare offering
The Singapore-KL route becomes first market under partnership approved in 2026.
Singapore researchers develop rapid gut biomarker nanosensor
The optical platform can detect indole-3-propionic acid within minutes.
Tuas pharmaceutical facility put up for sale at $90m
The nine-hectare site has about 535,000 sq ft of untapped gross floor area for potential expansion.
Brand New Land launches four freehold terrace homes in District 11
Prices at the Solstice development start from $9.38m, with completion targeted for the second half of 2027.
Low employee engagement inflicts a $95b productivity hit
Daily stress affects over half of younger staff amidst higher costs.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.22%; Top stock is DFI Retail
DFI Retail is the top stock with a 3.80% increase.
Condo rental volumes slide 9.8% as May momentum breaks
Leasing activity remained above the five-year average.
FLCT renews management deals with Frasers property units
The agreements maintain fee structures across Australia and overseas assets.
Temasek names Mapletree’s Wendy Koh as CFO
She will first join as CFO-designate from 1 August.
MetaOptics wins SGX nod, moves closer to Nasdaq debut
The notice covers over 121 million shares tied to ADS structure.
Higher budgets drive enterprise ICT market toward $140.7b by 2029
The government sets aside $1b to strengthen public sector AI research.
BlackGold hands control to RAG under $1.6m restructuring deal
Creditors are set for a 38-cent recovery as investor takes 85% stake.
Optro targets Asia growth with new Singapore regional hub
This comes amidst rising compliance pressure and digital risk across regional firms.
Outbound flight bookings take off during June holidays
Mid and long haul trips both rose 21%.
Workers eye exit as work-life balance pressures mount
Randstad found a strong mobility intent, with 30% planning moves in 2026.
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