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DBS to convert all of its vehicles to electric by 2026
DBS to convert all of its vehicles to electric by 2026
DBS plans to convert all of its 42 vehicles to electric-powered by 2026.
Standard Chartered Singapore launches digital relationship manager app
It allows clients and managers to connect and authorise transactions.
More than 80% of businesses more vulnerable to cyberattacks
Work from home set ups have made businesses more vulnerable to data breaches and other online security threats.
CDL admits IPO application for S-Reit with UK assets
The company said that relevant applications have been made to regulatory authorities.
More than 92,000 residents jobless in April
The unemployment rate remained unchanged, according to latest Ministry of Manpower data.
Singapore life insurers to lower caps on policy illustrations
The upper illustration rate will be capped at 4.25% p.a. and the lower rate at 3% p.a.
Market Update: STI up 0.13%
Singapore Airport Terminal Services (SATS) saw the sharpest decline during Thursday's trading, with a 1.25% drop.
Daily Briefing: Largest meat processor back online following cyberattack; Huawaei launches OS; Trade tensions between Australia and China
Brazil-based meat processor JBS SA was hacked by Russian-speaking gang REvil, the Federal Bureau of Investigation said.
HDB resale volumes dip below 2,000 in May
This is the first time HDB resale volumes fell under the 2,000 mark since May last year.
Think of the savings! Lower prices drive 56% of Singaporeans to shop online
Singaporean shoppers are among the most sensitive to consumer prices, according to a study by PayPal.
SPH subsidiary issues £83m notes on The International Stock Exchange
Privilege Midco Limited, a UK-based wholly-owned subsidiary of SPH, issued all of its notes to its sole shareholder.
Singapore factory activity expands for 11 straight months
The Singapore Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) was at 50.7 points in May.
Three in five Singaporeans willing to undergo reskilling for new job roles
Older Singaporeans are the most willing to undergo retraining.
Singaporeans are big fans of western trends: study
Western influence hugely impacts the public’s purchasing behaviour.
Proptech firm LOL Interactive launches online mortgage platform
The firm plans to use the Singapore launch as a stepping stone to Southeast Asian markets.
Worldwide Hotels Group secures $405m green loan
The loan will help finance a new hotel and commercial development.
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