News
UOL increases stake in UIC to 49.78%
UOL increases stake in UIC to 49.78%
The move is in line with plans to achieve statutory control of UIC.
Singaporean cryptocoin operator transfers to Japan
Its CEO said there is "zero tolerance" in Singapore.
DBS sells 900,000 StarHub shares for $2.45m
The shares were sold after it was announced the CEO would step down.
Minority shareholder blocks Keppel Land China's stake disposal
KLCL wants to sell its marina firm for $593m.
Is Sembcorp Industries' Indian IPO ready for takeoff?
Their acquisitions in 2017 raised speculations on their listing in India.
9 in 10 CIOs want contractual IT workers
They are looking for increased staff flexibility.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.12%
Expect some good news today.
Chart of the Day: Petroleum sales lead foreign trade growth in Q3
Thanks to higher prices of petroleum and chemical products.
Daily Briefing: London-based Deliveroo to open Singapore kitchens; The limits of carpooling in Singapore
And here are two firms that showed good results recently.
8 in 10 SMEs hit by arrears
It has overtaken interest payments as the number one concern.
7 in 10 SMEs struggle with manpower costs
It has been declining since 2012 due to productivity improvements.
Horrible bosses: Almost half of Singapore employees say their manager doesn't help their career advance
The good news is 81% of employees feel that they can freely tell their managers their opinions on work issues more than half the time.
Petroleum sales dominate domestic wholesale trade growth
Sales volume hit 23%.
Domestic wholesale trade up 11.3% YoY in Q3
However, it fell 3.7% QoQ.
Which sector drove the NODX growth in October?
The chemicals sector grew +29.5%.
7 in 10 employees keen to receive performance reviews
They believe feedback is helpful for career advancement.
NODX to China hits a record $3.1b in October
Thanks to non-monetary gold, petrochemicals, and measuring instruments.
Commentary
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When AI becomes the front door: How marketing in Singapore will really change in 2026
Singapore’s AI upskilling push is bold. Now employers must close the loop.