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MPA, MISC Group ink MoU on maritime innovation
They will focus on integrating sustainable technologies into marine operations.
Aelios announces mandatory cash offer of $1.16 per unit for Suntec REIT
It acquired an aggregate of 62,541,700 units on 5 Dec.
PMI slips 1.6 points in November
November marked the 21st consecutive month of expansion in Singapore's private sector.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.55%; Top stock is HongkongLand USD
HongkongLand USD is the top stock with a 3.99% increase.
Temasek Holdings joins $2b investment in Veeam Software
It will raise Veeam’s valuation to $15b.
Retail sales rise 2.2% YoY to $4.1b in October
Driven by stronger online sales with 12.7% share.
F&B sales rise 3.9% YoY to $997m in October
All F&B segments recorded MoM growth.
Singapore STI outpaces peers in Asia Pacific, led by financials and utilities: FTSE Russell
Financials comprised 53% and real estate 17% as of September.
Ride-hailing bookings updated with child seat and wheelchair space options
These changes have been effective since November.
MAS to launch electronic deferred payment solutions in mid-2025
It will help support the transition to e-payments.
Singapore dollar amongst top 10 currencies processed during Black Friday
The Black Friday-Cyber Monday period saw a total of 465 million transactions.
Australia commits US$50m to Singapore’s green transition initiative
The initiative seeks to accelerate green transition in the Southeast Asia region.
Hong Fok to buy properties in International Building Singapore
Completion of the proposed acquisition is expected to take place in February 2025.
Keppel Pacific Oak US REIT bags US$50m loan facility
The loan facility was obtained through its trustee, Perpetual (Asia) Limited.
Affluent investors in SG demand more integrated wealth management solutions: survey
Wealthier individuals are particularly receptive to automated solutions.
Keppel and AWS ink deal to boost global AI and connectivity solutions
The partners will explore data center solutions, subsea cables, and renewable energy.
Commentary
Singapore’s AI upskilling push is bold. Now employers must close the loop.
Why Budget 2026 marks a turning point for employers
Budget 2026: Cushioning carbon tax burden and maintaining competitiveness
Beyond fuel choice: Budget 2026 and Singapore’s structural strategy in low-carbon transport
Why phishing and software updates still matter for Singapore organisations
Why Singapore businesses must focus on outvaluing, not just upskilling