News
COTD: Singapore drives global cross-border IPO boom
Together with Greater China, the two Asia-Pacific regions represented 74% of all global international listings.
New $30m private members' club Vanta to open in MacDonald House
It is set to open its doors in December.
MPACT reports DPU of 2.01 cents per unit for the period April to June 2025
Record date for unitholders is 7 August, payout is on 11 September.
Temasek to raise stake in Italy's Ermenegildo Zegna to 10%
Temasek Holdings is increasing its stake in Italian luxury group, Ermenegildo Zegna, to 10% by purchasing 14.1 million treasury shares at $8.95 each.
Sheng Siong sees 3.4% increase in H1 net profit
Five new stores opened in H1 2025, and 3 additional new stores are opening in Q3 2025.
DBS, Frasers Property sign 3-year partnership to boost SG's heartland economy
Retailers will get help with cost savings and digital adoption.
Singapore Airlines, Garuda Indonesia expand commercial partnership in August
Key updates include joint fare sales and more codeshare routes.
Asian homebuyers grow regional property portfolios in Southeast Asia
Phnom Penh is an emerging market for buyers, offering rental yields of 8% to 10%.
Addvalue Technologies secures $2.85m in new space orders
The group’s order book now stands at
Mapletree Logistics Trust to divest South Korean asset for $7.4m
The buyer is an unrelated third party.
Grab posts $20m profit in Q2
Revenue also rose 23% YoY to $819m.
Jardine C&C's net earnings down 23% in H1
Net profit declines by 23% to US$371m due to unrealised fair value losses.
Astrea 9, Azalea launch Retail PE Bonds on SGX for public offer
The placement tranche was 3.6x subscribed.
STB, IndiGo sign MoU to boost Indian travel to Singapore
This is STB’s first partnership with an Indian airline.
MetaOptics files for IPO on SGX Catalist
Proceeds will be used for product development and R&D.
Commentary
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
Conflict, costs, and construction: Where can margins still be saved?
Singapore’s SMEs are embracing AI, cybersecurity must keep up.