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Singapore’s manufacturing hits 21.6% of GDP as high-value tech takes lead
Singapore’s manufacturing hits 21.6% of GDP as high-value tech takes lead
The city-state led the region in advanced manufacturing readiness.
Olam ARISE P&L stake sale remains ‘uncertain’ as approvals are pending
The 32.4% stake sale was initially expected to close by the end of last year.
Savills Singapore launches 239-unit Jesselton Courtyard in Penang
The Penang homes feature courtyards and multi-generational layouts.
Singapore port sets 44.66m TEU record as throughput rises 8.6%
Alternative marine volumes climbed to 1.95m tonnes from 1.35m a year earlier, the authority said.
Sim Lian tops Woodlands Drive 17 EC tender at $794 psf ppr record
Parcel could yield about 560 units and sits near Woodlands South MRT and the planned RTS link, agents say.
3 freehold Geylang plots list with $31.0m guide
Six addresses form an L-shaped parcel with dual road frontage; private treaty sale offers vacant possession on completion.
Cost cuts hit 51% of firms as rental, manpower pressures mount
IWG says 54% intend to rely more on co-working networks in 2026 as expenses stay elevated.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.72%; Top stock is Keppel
Keppel is the top stock with a 3.14% increase.
AI set to take 41% of Singapore service work by 2027
Service staff using AI report spending 20% less time on routine cases, freeing about 4 hours weekly.
Coliwoo transitions to leaseback model following subsidiary sale
The company moves to long-term lease to maintain site management and amenities.
Alpha Integrated REIT appoints IFA for Mindarie cash offer
Unitholders will receive the official recommendation within fourteen days of the offer.
AIMS APAC REIT issues $150m in 4.10% perpetual securities
Major banks back a new $750m programe entry.
Tong Kooi Ong replaces Ng Ser Miang as Thomson chair
The leadership change takes effect 1 February following Ng Ser Miang’s resignation.
Deloitte urges Budget 2026 support as growth slows to 1%–3%
MTI forecasts Singapore’s growth at 1%–3% for 2026, down from last year’s pace.
MAS fines surge 579% amidst heightened scrutiny: report
Fenergo links the increase to KYC, AML, and sanctions breaches flagged after tighter supervision.
Tras Street shophouse seeks $15m in CBD sale
Based on the guide price, the asset is priced at about $3,326 per sq ft on floor area.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.54%; Top stock is HongkongLand USD
HongkongLand USD is the top stock with a 2.98% increase.
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