Markets
IPOs flatline in Q1 amidst global investor caution: report
IPOs flatline in Q1 amidst global investor caution: report
Singapore’s primary market remained dormant this quarter, despite its reputation as a financial hub.
5 hours ago
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.
1 day ago
DBS, OCBC expected to post mixed Q1 2025 earnings: analysts
Analysts from UOB Kay Hian projected modest QoQ profit growth, but YoY declines for both DBS and OCBC.
2 days ago
OCBC SME Index slips to 49.9 in Q1 after three quarters of growth
The outlook for the next quarters is expected to weaken further.
6 days ago
RHB maintains 'neutral' rating even as SGX posts strong March
The robust momentum was offset by the softer derivatives volume.
Net retail buying surpasses $1.24b amidst market volatility
STI Banks led the net retail inflow over the first eight trading sessions of April.
Singapore ranked top in ASEAN for stability and earnings: report
The report forecasts Singapore’s 2025 earnings per share growth at 1–2%
TNFD, IFRS Foundation to enable nature-related financial disclosures in new deal
It is built upon the ongoing work of the International Sustainability Standards Board.
Singapore leads Asia in green equity exposure with STI gain
It surpassed the global average of 8.6%.
STI plunges more than 8% after U.S. tariffs rattle markets
It fell by 8.06% an hour before its close on 7 April.
Oiltek secures SGX approval to shift listing to Mainboard
The board also cautioned that there is no certainty the transfer or new constitution will be finalised.
PMI slips to 50.6 in March
March marked the 19th month of expansion for the overall manufacturing sector.
SIF, VSFA inked MOU to cooperate on climate adoption and dev’t needs
It is expected to strengthen knowledge exchange and dialogue between SG and Vietnam.
Businesses sentiment of small enterprises hit highest since 2019
Over 6 in 10 small businesses in Singapore expect growth, CPA Australia found.
Why high capital levels are a double-edged sword for Singapore banks
The banking sector in Singapore has shown signs of expansion, with loan growth rising to approximately 5% in 2024.
Trading in Singapore's mid-cap stocks surges amidst investor confidence
Stocks with market capitalisations between $1b and $3b now boast a combined capitalisation of nearly $75b.
Singapore maintains tariffs on US goods in 2025: report
However, Singapore is vulnerable to a potential 25% US tariff on pharmaceuticals.
Commentary
Navigating a new global trade environment
Securing Singapore's manufacturing future with a multi-generational talent strategy
Singapore in a multipolar world: An economy built on trust
Why high capital levels are a double-edged sword for Singapore banks