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Yuanta Global joins SGX as 33rd derivatives clearing member
Yuanta Global joins SGX as 33rd derivatives clearing member
Yuanta Global is a wholly owned subsidiary of Yuanta Futures.
SG emerges as Southeast Asia's hub for luxury and business travel
This was evidenced by the three-digit growth figures in Vista’s flight traffic.
COTD: Track record top consumers' considerations when engaging with property agents
This was followed by positive online ratings (44%).
NUS, NTU amongst top 15 global universities
According to the latest QS report, NUS is ranked 8th globally, maintaining its position as Asia’s top university.
Singapore launches H5 bird flu test kit for Southeast Asia
The assay, originally developed in November 2024, has since been validated and translated into a market-ready product.
Singapore leads in trust but trails in contract automation
Specifically, Singapore lags Australia and New Zealand by over 25 percentage points in contract creation maturity.
SGX share price climbs 50% on derivatives trading strength
However, the pace of that growth is now beginning to moderate.
85% of Singaporeans now get news online: report
WhatsApp (33%), YouTube (32%), and Facebook (31%) are now the most commonly used platforms for accessing news.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.68%; Top stock is Jardine Matheson Holdings
Jardine Matheson Holdings is the top stock with a 0.94% increase.
NTU, WHO launch three-year project to modernise global food safety
This supports the WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety 2022–2030.
Resorts World Sentosa, National Arts Council launch sustainability arts fund
The fund will help local arts groups create works at the Singapore Oceanarium.
Economists slash Singapore growth forecast to 1.7% amidst global headwinds
The economy expanded 3.9% YoY in Q1.
Wilmar acquires full control of PZ Wilmar for $90m
Completion is expected in the fourth quarter of 2025.
Ossia International releases offeree circular following takeover offer
The offer closes on 9 July 2025.
Far East Orchard closes $166m UK student housing fund
Institutional investors contributed 63.5% of the total.
UOB becomes direct participant of China’s cross-border interbank payment system
UOB will provide one-stop cross border RMB clearing, settlement, and payments.
Tax Academy Singapore, ICAEW to advance expertise and innovation in taxation
The partnership aims to build a future-ready tax workforce.
Commentary
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.