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AIA Singapore reports 15% rise in VONB for FY 2024
AIA Singapore reports 15% rise in VONB for FY 2024
Annualised New Premium also rose by 52% YoY.
Singapore maintains tariffs on US goods in 2025: report
However, Singapore is vulnerable to a potential 25% US tariff on pharmaceuticals.
Daily Markets Briefing: STI down 0.09%; Top stock is Wilmar Intl
Wilmar Intl is the top stock with a 1.85% increase.
REITs set to outperform in 2025 with positive rental reversions: CGS
The firm has slightly raised its CYF MSCI target to 411.7 points, up from 409.3 points previously.
Trade value projected to exceed $1.2t by 2029: report
The report placed Singapore’s total trade value for 2024 at $951.6b, ranking 15th globally.
Hybrid work seen as key to closing gender gap faster: report
70% of women feel that flexible work has helped level the playing field, and 52% say it has been crucial to advancing their careers.
Serviced apartments emerge as prime investment in Singapore: report
Unlike other developed markets, Singapore’s serviced apartment sector has lagged in supply growth, despite increasing demand.
MoneyMax completes digital token issuance
The tokens are Series 011, Series 012, and Series 013.
Singapore and Vietnam upgrade renewable energy ties
A joint report was endorsed which states regulatory approvals for renewables trading.
Oracle launches AI Centre of Excellence
It will serve as a resource and hub for innovation and collaboration.
Shein moves forward with IPO plans amidst US trade pressure
It is expected to boost transparency and build trust in the company.
ESR-REIT prices $125m subordinated perpetual securities at 5.75%
Proceeds will be used to refinance or repay ESR-REIT’s existing borrowings.
Sembcorp terminates gas sale deal in Indonesia
Regulators did not approve the transaction.
MSIG USA expands political risk insurance with Asia partnership
This combines MSIG USA’s underwriting expertise with regional market knowledge.
Singlife, aberdeen launch new share class of global income bond fund
The fund invests substantially in global multi-sector bonds rated BBB and BB.
URA awards tender for Media Circle (Parcel A) site to highest bidder
The highest bidder offered $315m, or $11,158.34 per sq m of gfa for the site.
SG, SUTD sign MoU on urban solutions collaboration
CLC and SUTD will exchange knowledge on innovative, healthy, and regenerative cities.
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