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Cross-border travel spending rises 22% during Lunar New Year, says Visa

Cross-border travel spending rises 22% during Lunar New Year, says Visa

Visa said the surge in spending was driven by a strong Singapore dollar, pent-up demand, and evolving travel preferences.

Ultra-rich population set to grow 9.7% by 2028: report

Luxury home prices are expected to see positive growth in 2025, supported by limited supply and strong foreign demand.

Oei Tiong Ham Park property up for sale at $42.8m

Nestled in District 10’s Oei Tiong Ham Park, the property sits within one of Singapore’s GCB areas.

Daily Markets Briefing: STI up 0.39%; Top stock is YZJ Shipbldg SGD

YZJ Shipbldg SGD is the top stock with a 2.99% increase.

Gov’t announces enhancements to Silver Housing Bonus

More private property owners will qualify for the scheme.

Singapore tightens scam protections with cooling-off measures, information sharing

The government will prioritise improving authentication methods for bank accounts.

Skills-first hiring on the rise, but job seekers struggle to keep up: report

Employers in Singapore prefer soft skills over hard skills when it comes to skills-based hiring.

CK Hutchison sells Panama Canal port stake to BlackRock-backed group

The estimated enterprise value of the port is US$22.76b.

Tan Tock Seng Hospital, BUZUD to develop AI-driven insulin management app

The app will provide real-time tracking of carbohydrate intake and glucose levels.

National University Hospital begins Kent Ridge Campus redevelopment

By 2033, the hospital is expected to replace about 600 beds and add 100 more.

Grand Banks unveils Pasir Gudang composite manufacturing facility

The facility expands the company’s manufacturing yard by 25%.