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Singapore is third most preferred market of affluent investors in 2025

Singapore is third most preferred market of affluent investors in 2025

The city-state ranked alongside the United States and Hong Kong as a top choice for global high-net-worth individuals.

S-REITs maintain strength with UOB 'Overweight' call

The FTSE ST REIT Index climbed 4.2% in June, significantly outperforming the Straits Times Index.

Standard Chartered faces legal battle over $2.7b fraud claims in 1MDB case

The liquidators alleged that it permitted over 100 transfers related to the scandal.

Singapore adds special care dentistry as eighth dental speciality

The speciality focuses on treating adults with complex needs.

Singapore is 26th globally in residential real estate value

China remains number one, whilst regional peer Vietnam ranked 22nd.

OCBC app enables text resizing in English and Mandarin

About 70% of app screens have been covered in the initial rollout.

CosmoSteel board says 3HA’s revised offer ‘fair and reasonable’

3HA Capital Private’s final offer is $0.25 per share, a 25% increase from the initial offer.

MAS proposes revisions to PHS, complex products framework

Investment-Linked Policies (ILPs) will require a PHS under the proposals.

Singapore launches first gallium nitride-focused facility

The new facility will help the city-state leverage the growing GaN market.

Disengagement crisis puts Singapore’s productivity at risk

Burnout, poor leadership, and digital fatigue threaten the country’s high-performance reputation.

Del Monte Foods files for bankruptcy after board blocks settlement

Lenders acquired 25% of Del Monte Pacific Limited’s equity stake.

Low-emission GrabCab launched in Singapore

The service is intended to complement existing private-hire vehicles and increase accessibility for groups who do not use smartphones or mobile data.

Chinatown commercial property up for sale

The property occupies a land area of approximately 1,315 square feet and offers a total floor area of around 3,083 square feet. 

Singapore salaries in consulting and tech see 27% jump

Consulting & Strategy and Science & Technology roles recorded a 27% jump in median pay between 2024 and 2025.