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Asia-Pacific carriers' profit outlook downgraded on Euro woes
Asia-Pacific carriers' profit outlook downgraded on Euro woes
Impact of European losses now expected to be more than doubled at $1.1 billion will take its toll on Asia-Pacific carriers, says IATA.
Asia unattractive for insurance firms planning to make new private equity investments
Surprisingly, insurance prefers Europe over Asia despite the former's current financial trouble.
Singapore Airlines ranked down in 100 most reputable firms in the world
BMW emerged as the new leader toppling Google which fell into the sixth place.
Construction sector expands after two sluggish quarters
Thanks to the HDB building programme and Marina Bay Cruise Centre construction.
Hotel occupancy rates reach 20-year peak
Record tourist arrivals in the first quarter pushed hotel occupancy rates to 88.5%.
Chart of the Day: Electronics cluster output up in Q1
Gains in electronics were primarily driven by the data storage and computer peripherals segments.
ST Engineering splurges $49.7 million on Americas aerospace expansion
It has purchased an aerospace maintenance facility and freighter conversion certificates to establish a regional foothold.
OCBC, DBS, and UOB pamper ultra-rich Singaporeans
Each bank targets Singapore's rising rich with diverse product offerings, but which bank gets the highest revenue contributions from this wealthy market?
Offshore wealth in Singapore reaches a whopping US$1trn
You'll never guess which region increased its offshore wealth in Singapore by more than 50% to US$140bn in 2011.
All work no play? Over half of Singaporeans sneak off to work on holidays
Looks like they just can't get enough of their jobs.
Wow! 17% of Singapore households have wealth of more than US$1m
If you're looking for a millionaire, you know where to go.
Analyst sees no near-term improvement for Wilmar
Phillip Securities Research believes there may not be much earnings catalyst for Wilmar this year.
Why Olam's acquisition of a Nigerian asset is not a cash cow
Kayass is a good fit for Olam but it yields marginal profits, says CIMB.
Chart of the Day: Singapore policy rates below Lehman crisis level
Should Singapore raise threshold for monetary easing?
Hiring slowed down in Q1 2012
Overall unemployment rate also went up slightly to 2.1% from 2% in the fourth quarter.
CPI inflation forecast to average between 3.5% and 4.5% in 2012
MAS says CPI-All Items inflation is expected to remain elevated and volatile over the coming months.
Public housing rents got cheaper
But resale HDB in top three towns got more pricey.
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