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Singapore PMI rises to 50.2 in November
Singapore PMI rises to 50.2 in November
It was driven by expanding indexes of new orders, new exports, and input purchases.
Remote job demand in Singapore insurance rises 15.3%
However, the overall job postings growth was offset by declines from the insurance sector.
DFI expects 11–15% profit CAGR through 2028
It also raised its dividend payout ratio to 70%.
Cordlife faces $5.45m in claims over 109 damaged cord blood units
It was ordered by the court to pay clients $50,000 per damaged unit.
Tuan Sing secures permit for Melbourne CBD redevelopment
Expected returns drive higher face rents and asset valuation
SingLand unit to acquire Marina Square land parcel for $99.1m
The site, located at 6 Raffles Boulevard, spans approximately 3,992 square metres.
Inflation set to edge higher as 2026 pressures firm: analyst
On the domestic front, unit labour costs may stabilise at slightly higher levels.
DBS forecasts GDP growth of 1.8% as Singapore shows measured resilience
On policy, DBS said authorities are likely to preserve buffers for counter-cyclical action.
Singapore unveils $200m Talent Accelerator Programme
Industry calls for companies and professionals to apply will open in the first quarter of 2026.
Far East Group closes down Penang subsidiary
FEE Penang had been dormant since selling its property in 2024.
Infinity Development Holdings raises $13.7m in SGX listing
Its post-placement market capitalisation is $123.5m.
HDB resale prices up 3% in November
A 5-room flat in Natura Loft was resold for over $1.63m.
MAS taps Manulife for $5b equity dev’t programme
The programme aims to boost investors and liquidity in the city-state’s market.
URA awards Bedok Rise site to Bellis Residential
It is a residential site with a gross floor area of 32,470 sq. m.
Industrial building lists for $13m in Tampines
It has a gross floor area of 70,859 sq. ft., a warehouse, and ancillary office spaces, CBRE said.
Singapore cracks global top 10 tech city ranking
Stability and infrastructure draw deep talent pools, solidifying the city's top 10 status.
The FTSE ST Industrials Index gains 36% as sector rerates
Hong Leong Asia was the top performer, gaining 141% year to date and attracting $53m in institutional inflows.
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