Singapore

Singapore lags behind AI tech spend

But two in five shared that their companies use GenAI for many use cases.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.38%; Top stock is Genting Sing

Genting Singapore Limited is the top stock but fell 0.73%.

Monday Wrap: GDP trim, connectivity, and targeted pay rises

Singapore retained its position as the world’s most connected economy.

Large firms back Budget 2026 measures more strongly than SMEs

Workforce transformation support saw the widest SME-corporate gap.

URA names new CEO as Lim Eng Hwee exits role

Deputy CEO Tan Shiao Ling will take over from 1 September.

Nearly half of Singapore vacancies in 2025 driven by new job creation

Long-term unfilled roles fell to 17.1% even as demand stayed strong in key sectors.

IMDA launches bootcamp to drive AI adoption and transform businesses

The scheme aims to help firms build practical use cases and leave with a scaling roadmap.

MAS rolls out AI risk toolkit for financial firms

The framework was built with 24 banks insurers and industry partners to guide safe deployment.

Singapore exposed as Asian refining margins surge past $25.6

Bunker fuel prices exceeded $1,280 per tonne in early 2026.

Circular Road shophouse seeks $28m for 999-year asset

The building stands on 1,141 square feet of land.

Manulife US REIT profit falls as occupancy drops to 67.7%

Property earnings declined 13.7% alongside disposals of Capitol Plaza and Peachtree assets.

CLCT manager takes 2025 fees through Retail Crown vehicle

The payout included 6,783,704 securities for the basic fee.

CBRE markets eight PLUS units at yields of 3.5% and above

The fully leased spaces span 388 to 807 square feet and include F&B provisions.

UOB prices $930m Panda bond at 1.83%

Onshore accounts supplied 78% of participation whilst offshore investors contributed 22%.

Yangzijiang Maritime names Sun Jianping CFO after controller resigns

Former chief investment officer takes finance role from 20 March.