Singapore

Wing Tai's net profit dwindles to $20.5m in 1H24

In the corresponding period, the company's net profit was $63.3m.

NTUC, SNEF warn workers and employers of challenging year ahead

Workers are worried about job security and the rising cost of living.

What are the most in-demand life sciences careers in Singapore?

The salary range of one of the most in-demand roles is $7,000 - $10,000 per month.

Active, Japan-focused ETF debuts on SGX

The ETF has current assets under management of $48m.

Netlink NBN Trust records a 4.0% YoY higher profit of $85.1m in 9M24

The REIT attributed its improved profit to higher revenue.

CapitaLand’s new acquisitions to boost its funds under management in SEA to $1.2b

Two of the four acquisitions are industrial properties in Singapore.

Mapletree Industrial Trust divests Tanglin Halt assets for $50.6m

The REIT will be selling off five-storey and two-storey flatted factories.

Almost half of employers still reluctant to use AI in recruitment

Employers who have utilised AI do so for shortlisting, amongst others.

Investors shift focus to early-stage and AI-focused fintech firms

In 2H23, AI fintech funding in Singapore soared to US$333.13m.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.11%; Top stock is DBS

DBS is the top stock despite a 0.628% decrease.

Demand for larger homes fuel HDB resale price growth: experts

A new record number of million-dollar flats was recorded last month.

Airport co-working centre launched for business travellers

The pay-per-minute space at Changi Airport has close to 50 hot desking stations and nap pods, allowing travellers to ‘check-in’ at work.

LTA needs $40m to extend the system running adult EZ-Link cards to 2030

The CBT system for adult commuters will reach end-of-life in 2024.

8 in 10 cybersecurity and IT professionals experience cyber burnout—survey

82% of Singapore respondents experienced increased of burnout in the last 12 months.