News
Real estate investment volume drops 30.6% YoY to $20.8b in 2023
Real estate investment volume drops 30.6% YoY to $20.8b in 2023
Excluding GLS deals, residential, office, and industrial sectors supported investment volume.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.11%; Top stock is DBS
DBS is the top stock with a 0.251% increase.
Investment sales to grow 10% YoY in 2024
Sales will be driven by the Government Land Sales.
Singapore retains its crown as the most livable city for Asian ex-pats
The city remained on top given its low crime rates.
OCBC SME Index: Which sectors are the best and worst performers of 4Q23?
Overall, SMEs' performance and health remained in a state of contraction with a 49.5 reading.
Thomson Medical granted 3 months extension to restore public float
SGX previously rejected the company’s appeal for an extension.
Sluggish demand drags HDB resale prices in 12 towns
Resale price growth seen moderating to 3% to 5% this year.
Ascott's Oakwood portfolio sees 20% growth since 2H22
The portfolio has recorded over 20 new signings since Ascott’s acquisition.
Yangzijiang Shipbuilding secures orders for 6 methanol dual-fuel containerships
The company will deliver the vessels from 2027 onwards.
Straits Trading prices $130m notes at 4.70%
The notes are due in 2029.
Marina Bay Sands invests US$750m in 2nd phase of hotel development
The company plans to finish development works in phases through 2025.
Condo rents dip 0.5% MoM in December
Year-on-year, however, rents increased.
HDB rents rise 1.0% MoM in December
By room type, 3 Room recorded the highest rent decrease.
What kind of additional support do SMEs need from the government?
Five in 10 micro and small businesses are less confident about their 2024 growth prospects.
What are the most confusing financial terms for Singaporeans?
"Equity" ranks first with 270,000 average monthly searches.
HDI Global gets new SG branch managing director
Alex Tarantino will take the role of managing director for the SG office, whilst Andrew Cochrane will take over his current role.
Singapore REITs record 6.6% total returns in 2023
There are 42 REITs and property trusts in Singapore.
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