News
NOL sinks deeper into the red, books US$105.1m loss in Q1
Blame lower freight rates on back weak trade demand.
Wing Tai's net profit slips 27% to $2.1m in Q3
Due to slower residential sales.
Chart of the Day: Business outlook hits record low as SMEs' growth hopes vanish
Both the services and manufacturing sectors are mired in pessimism.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 1.3%
Expect a rebound today.
Daily Briefing: Australia gets Singapore defence investment boost; HDB resale volume hits new high
And family businesses play big role in nation-building.
Can Indian power plants rescue Sembcorp’s sliding profits?
Its first plant barely broke even in Q1.
Singapore still among Asia's most active retail markets as more F&B players set up shop
There were 63 new entrants in total.
Singapore, Australia ink landmark deal to deepen economic, defense ties
It will also promote innovation, facilitate tourism.
Leading homegrown firms back new tech skills accelerator programme
It will develop sector-specific ICT skills.
Ascendas REIT’s income jumps 15.3% to $533.7m in FY16
Thanks to new acquisitions’ increased contributions.
Keppel’s Brazilian agent dodges bidding fraud charges
His relationship with Keppel is still on hold.
Oxley’s net profit more than tripled to $51.2m in Q3
Thanks to hefty disposal gains.
StarHub’s earnings jump 25.9% to $92.8m in Q1
Due to decreased expenses, higher sales.
Telco wars heat up as new MVNO unveils pricing plans
Circles.Life’s basic plan starts at $28.
Wilmar’s wilting profits may flourish back to life in FY16: report
The China oilseeds market has improved dramatically.
Chart of the Day: Mall vacancy rate hits record high as retailers exit
Island-wide vacancy hit 7.3% in Q1.
Commentary
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The agility trap: Why most Singaporean businesses are structured for stability, not speed
Building a Southern Malaysia supply chain ecosystem for Singapore’s advanced manufacturing
Failed talks, rising costs: Why Singapore still feels the shock of Middle East tensions
How Singapore consumer brands can build strong supply chains amidst rising input costs
Singapore’s AI ambitions will rise or fall on infrastructure
Why a clear digital roadmap is essential for business success
Singapore’s port model is under pressure as shipping disruptions reshape trade
The trust tax: Navigating the ‘sophistication shift’ in Singapore’s digital economy
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