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Keppel DC REIT divests interest in German data centre

The transaction is based on an all-cash offer of $70.6m (EUR50m).

Nearly half of professionals expect 2.5-5% pay raise in 2025

 30% of employees who received salary increases attributed the change to individual performance rather than promotions.

Steady growth seen in 2025 driven by manufacturing

RHB has kept its GDP growth forecast at 3.0%, whilst UOB expects growth to come in slightly lower at 2.5%.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.13%; Top stock is HongkongLand USD

HongkongLand USD is the top stock with a 4.07% increase.

S’pore firms prioritise sustainability and employee welfare amidst rising costs: UOB

Besides rising costs, limited awareness and resources hinder firm progress.

Overall business sentiment climbs to 80% in 2024: report

Medium enterprises were the most positive about their business sentiment.

Maersk, Castlery ink freight and integrated logistics deal

The deal involves providing ocean freight, intermodal transportation, and distribution.

NTUC launches new company mentorship pilot programme

The programme will connect unionized companies with approximately 1,200 mentors.

Half of businesses seek aid amidst inflation and digital push

Budget initiatives are seen vital in managing costs and boosting productivity.

Singapore's life insurance workforce shrinks by 2.3% in 2024

Higher demand was noted in integrated shield plans and riders coverage.

Daiwa House Industry’s 2024 net profit rises 9.5%

Net profit for the period reached $2.08m (¥237b).

Over 4 in 5 businesses seek government support

The majority of those in the health sector have applied or are interested.

Civmec net profit down almost 17% YoY in H1 2025

Administrative expenses increased by 18.3% during the period.

ThaiBev posts 2.4% YoY revenue rise in Q1 2025

Revenue for the period reached $3.68m.