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RHB downgrades Singapore banks to Neutral on weaker outlook

RHB downgrades Singapore banks to Neutral on weaker outlook

Banks are expected to feel pressure across several fronts, including lending, interest income, and non-interest revenue.

CGS cuts 2025 GDP forecast to 1.6% amidst tariff risks

The firm emphasised that Singapore’s ability to offer new concessions is limited, given its already liberalised trade framework.

Singapore sees 16% YoY rise in Q1 investments: JLL

Singapore recorded $2.8b (US$2.2b) in investments for the period.

Carousell says its users avoided 153,000 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2023

Carousell Group linked this to users choosing pre-owned over new items.

Nearly half of travellers aware of tourism’s impact on local communities

68% want their travel spending to benefit local communities.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.99%; Top stock is Seatrium Ltd

Seatrium Ltd is the top stock with a 4.26% increase.

Singapore sees 16% YoY rise in Q1 investments: JLL

Singapore recorded $2.8b (US$2.2b) in investments for the period.

Consumer inflation expectations rise even as official indicators remain steady

CPIex rose 5% in March, up from 4.4% in December last year.

Singapore strengthens regional trade with ASEAN-Australia-NZ pact

The agreement creates a free trade area for more than 703 million people.

Johor-Singapore SEZ shows value of cooperation: Gan

The Deputy Prime Minister recently spoke at the JS-SEZ Joint Business and Investment Forum.

ESR-REIT’s NPI up 31.3% YoY in Q1

This was mainly attributed to the full quarter contributions from its “on-strategy” acquisitions.

SIAS urges Sin Heng Heavy Machinery shareholders to reject TAL United’s ‘lowball offer’

The offer is a 41% discount on the estimated net asset value per share.